Payroll and Benefits Manager (Maternity Cover) - Chichester

Payroll and Benefits Manager (Maternity Cover) - ChichesterAre you an experienced Payroll professional with a passion for accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement?We?re looking for a Payroll and Benefits Manager to lead the delivery of a high-quality payroll service across our diverse organisation to cover a period of maternity leave for 12 months. As Payroll and Benefits Manager, you will take full ownership of the payroll function, ensuring all employees are paid accurately and on time, while adhering to company policies, contractual obligations, and statutory requirements. Working closely with the People and Development team and reporting to the People and Development Director, you?ll play a key role in maintaining operational excellence, enhancing systems, and supporting colleagues across the business.? What You?ll Be Doing Managing the end-to-end payroll function and driving continuous improvement Processing accurate payroll data input, validation, and approvals Processing monthly payroll runs, including reconciliation and reporting Managing Time and Attendance submissions, overtime rules, and pay rates Handling payroll-related queries and providing excellent service to employees Administering statutory payments such as maternity/paternity pay Maintaining compliance with HMRC, PAYE, National Minimum Wage, and Auto Enrolment legislation Liaising with HMRC, The Pensions Regulator, DWP and other stakeholders Managing employee benefits, including Benefit in Kind ..... full job details .....