Title: Payroll Manager
Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 + 10% performance bonus
Contract: Permanent
Location: Warwick (Hybrid – 2 days office-based)
Are you an experienced payroll professional looking to join a dynamic and internationally minded organisation? Our client is a well-established professional services firm with over two decades of success. Their specialist Payroll team plays a crucial role in delivering accurate, compliant, and timely payroll services to an expanding portfolio of clients from around the world. As part of their growth, they are seeking a confident, capable Payroll Manager to oversee a small, skilled team and drive continued excellence across their payroll operations.
You’ll be responsible for managing end-to-end payroll services for a diverse client base, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong client relationships. This is a hands-on position that combines leadership with technical expertise and process improvement. You’ll work with modern payroll systems and contribute ideas to enhance efficiency and team development.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and develop the payroll team, fostering collaboration and professional growth.
* Oversee and process monthly payrolls for multiple clients.
* Ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, and excellent client service.
* Liaise confidently with clients, offering guidance and solutions to payroll-related queries.
* Identify process improvements and drive best practices across operations.
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience within a payroll bureau or multi-client environment.
* Strong understanding of end-to-end payroll processes.
* Excellent communication and presentation skills.
* Confident, proactive, and highly organised with a hands-on approach.
* Natural leader with the ability to mentor and motivate a team.
* CIPP qualification or working towards it (support can be provided).
This role suits someone who thrives on responsibility, enjoys working with international clients, and brings energy, ideas, and initiative to their work. The right person will be pragmatic, professional, and able to get things done without fuss.
Join a forward-looking business where your expertise will make a genuine impact. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a busy payroll function within a professional, collaborative, and growth-oriented environment.
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