Payroll and Systems Manager

Payroll and Systems Manager People and Culture Hybrid 4-month FTC - Immediate start Payroll is more than payslips. It''s trust, accuracy, and systems that quietly work so people can do their best work. We''re looking for an experienced Payroll and Systems Manager to take ownership of payroll governance and HR/payroll systems for an organisation of around 350 staff, spanning salaried, hourly, and casual contracts. Payroll is outsourced, but this role is very much hands-on. You''ll be the expert voice in the room, the bridge between People and Culture, Finance, and our payroll provider, and the lead on shaping better, smarter systems for the future. What you''ll be doing Owning the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and full UK statutory compliance Acting as the internal payroll specialist, confidently reviewing calculations, deductions, pensions, and statutory payments Managing payroll inputs for variable hours and timesheet-based staff Building a strong, effective relationship with our outsourced payroll provider and holding service standards high Spotting risks, fixing inefficiencies, and reducing manual workarounds through better processes and cleaner data Leading the selection and implementation of a new HR and payroll system, from business case to go-live Acting as system owner post-implementation, ensuring controls, optimisation, and user confidence Producing meaningful payroll and people data reports that support financial ..... full job details .....