Job Description
Payroll & HR Manager
Salary circa £60,000 - £70,000
Berkshire
Overview:
Compass Associates are recruiting a Payroll & HR Manager to join a growing business in Berkshire. Following an imminent acquisition, the successful candidate will manage payroll and HR for a diverse workforce across 200+ sites, including salaried, hourly, permanent, temporary, and part-time staff.
The Candidate:
The Payroll & HR Manager will take ownership of end-to-end payroll, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with HMRC regulations, pensions, and statutory obligations. The role also involves HR support, including recruitment, onboarding, employee lifecycle management, and policy compliance. The successful candidate will be hands-on, detail-oriented, and able to build strong relationships across the business. They will also support the transition of payroll systems.
Essential Criteria:
1. 5+ years’ experience managing payroll in the UK, with exposure to HR responsibilities.
2. Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, pensions, and compliance.
3. Experience in HR administration or advisory roles, with the ability to manage recruitment and employee lifecycle processes.
4. Excellent organisational skills, attenti...