HR Manager, HR Generalist, CIPD, Payroll Input, Your new company A forward-thinking Multi-Academy Trust - is seeking a proactive and highly organised HR and Payroll Manager to lead our people operations and ensure smooth, compliant payroll processes across their schools. The role has a main HR focus, so it will suit an HR Generalist / HR Manager with an understanding of payroll and working with an outsourced payroll provider. They are looking for a Human Resources professional looking to make a real difference in education? Your new role The HR and Payroll Manager will support the Director of HR in the future development of the HR and payroll functions to ensure all schools receive a comprehensive HR service. Initially working independently, the postholder will manage all day-to-day transactional HR and payroll activity, with a future opportunity to lead a small team as the service expands. This role combines operational delivery with process development and continuous improvement.To take accountability for the management of dedicated People casework, ensuring legislation, policy and best practice are followed, and options and risks are clearly explored and analysed. Support the Director of HR in delivering a consistent and compliant HR and Payroll service aligned to organisational values. Champion best practice HR and help promote a positive working culture across the trust. Deliver all aspects of transactional HR, including recruitment administration, onboarding, issuing contracts and contract changes, and processing leavers. Develop and maintain comprehensive process manuals and documentation for HR activities, including applicant tracking (ATS) procedures. Ensure consistent application of HR policies and procedures across all academies. Set up and manage a centralised HR and Payroll helpdesk function, initially acting as the first point of contact. Act as the main liaison with the outsourced payroll provider. Review and verify payroll data provided by academies, ensuring accuracy prior to final submission and approval. Escalate complex payroll matters to the provider and monitor resolution. Ensure statutory compliance This is an amazing opportunity to support our employees to excel and support the Trust vision.What you'll need to succeed You will be a confident communicator with proven experience of HR and payroll admin.You will be able to communicate confidently and effectively, in varied situations. You will have the ability to work both as part of a team and independently, maintaining a positive and successful working relationship with colleagues.You will promote and support the vision and direction of the Trust by providing leadership that will enable staff to reach the highest possible standards of achievement and well-being.What you'll get in return Flexible working options available during school holidays. Great career progression.What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #