Payroll Manager
Are you a payroll expert who thrives on delivering exceptional, customer-focused service? Do you enjoy problem-solving, system integration, and driving continuous improvement? If you take pride in accuracy, compliance, and getting payroll right first time, this role offers the perfect blend of challenge, ownership, and reward.
This is a hands‑on position where you'll have the responsibility to run a high-quality payroll service, lead innovation and champion excellence across the organisation. You'll bring your expertise in Payroll Systems, HMRC legislation and lead on all TPS and LGPS requirements, managing returns, queries, and ensuring we remain fully audit‑ready.
Responsibilities
* Own the full payroll and pensions service for the Group – end to end, every cycle, every detail.
* Act as the organisation's payroll expert, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and a service colleagues can rely on.
* Streamline and modernise processes, systems, and reporting, shaping a smarter, future‑focused payroll function.
* Lead on all TPS and LGPS requirements, managing returns, queries, and ensuring we remain fully audit‑ready.
* Drive improvements and innovation, enhancing the payroll experience for every colleague and manager.
Qualifications
* Solid end‑to‑end payroll experience – ideally including TPS and LGPS – along with strong knowledge of payroll legislation.
* Confidence working with systems and data, able to interpret complex reports, and comfortable making sound, independent decisions.
* Proactive, reliable, and committed to delivering an excellent service to colleagues across the Group.
Benefits
* Generous annual leave entitlement (34-43 days per annum inclusive of bank holidays, depending on role and length of service) and up to 5 additional days leave at Christmas.
* Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with Employer Contributions.
* Wellbeing days per year, paid days off that empower employees to recharge, reflect or simply enjoy time as they choose.
* Comprehensive Health and Wellbeing programme, 24/7 Online GP access with NHS registered doctors, employee assistance programme.
* Discounts at high street and online retailers, free on‑site parking, and many more.
Employment Details
This role is a full‑time position based in Stockton on Tees, with some travel between Group sites expected. Monday to Friday, with start and finish times discussed.
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