Payroll and Benefits Manager

Payroll and Benefits ManagerSalary:£55,000-£60,000Location: Hemel Hempstead (Minimum 3 days per week in the office)Reporting to: Head of Financial ControlTeam: Managing an Assistant Payroll Manager, who oversees two Payroll AdministratorsThe RoleLeading the end-to-end UK payroll function, overseeing three payrolls (one weekly and two four-weekly) for approximately 2,000 employees.Taking ownership of payroll compliance, including HMRC legislation, salary sacrifice, P11Ds, reporting, audits and ensuring all payroll deadlines are met.Managing the UK and Ireland Concur expenses system, whilst working closely with the dedicated Reward and Benefits team on payroll-related benefits activity.Leading, developing and supporting the payroll team, providing hands-on assistance where required and ensuring a collaborative, high-performing function.Building strong relationships with HR, Finance and operational stakeholders, as well as managing external payroll providers and systems.Supporting payroll projects and continuous improvements, including payrolling benefits, time and attendance enhancements, process optimisation and reviewing the team structure to drive efficiency.Ideal CandidateProven experience leading a high-volume payroll function, ideally processing payrolls for 1,000+ employees.Strong people management experience with the ability to develop, mentor and support an established payroll team.Excellent knowledge of UK payroll legislation, HMRC compliance, pensions, salary ..... full job details .....