Overview
Payroll Manager – UK & Middle East. Location: Manchester (Hybrid).
What You’ll Do
* Manage payroll operations for ~1,000 employees across the UK and Middle East, ensuring compliance with local legislation.
* Act as the go-to expert for payroll legislation, tax compliance, and process improvements.
* Oversee end-to-end payroll processing including statutory obligations, pensions, benefits, and salary sacrifice schemes.
* Lead and develop a small payroll team (2 people), providing coaching, performance management and day-to-day support.
* Act as the subject matter expert for payroll queries, audits, and reporting requirements.
* Collaborate with internal stakeholders including People teams, Finance, and regional leadership.
* Drive continuous process improvement initiatives and payroll system enhancements (e.g., ADP GV, HRIS).
* Ensure timely completion of audits, reconciliations, and reporting requirements.
What You’ll Bring
* 7–10 years’ payroll experience, ideally within a shared services or multi-country environment. Familiar with a shared services or BPO environment, with hands-on use of intermediate to complex ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or BST10.
* Expertise in managing payroll cycles using ADP Global View or similar platforms, along with a comprehensive understanding of HRIS platforms.
* Hands-on knowledge of UK payroll legislation.
* Middle East payroll experience a plus.
* Demonstrated leadership in managing payroll teams, delivering projects, and driving process improvement initiatives.
* Experience in handling pension-related payroll activities and salary sacrifice schemes.
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret payroll data and implement corrective actions where necessary.
* Strong Excel and reporting skills, with the ability to work across HR and Finance teams.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organisation.
* A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in payroll, HR, or finance is preferred.
Why GHD
At GHD, we’re committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and high-performing environment. You’ll be part of a global professional services company that values Safety, Teamwork, Respect, and Integrity.
Ready to Apply?
Join us in shaping the future of payroll at GHD. Apply now to be part of a global team that values innovation, leadership, and excellence.
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