Payroll Manager

About the roleThe Payroll Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring the Group''s payroll and expenses are delivered accurately on time and in full compliance with UK legislation. Leading end-to-end payroll operations for circa 6000 employees, this role oversees monthly payroll processing, statutory and annual reporting, and acts as the go-to expert for complex payroll matters, helping to minimise risk while delivering a trusted, high-quality service to the business.They also are responsible for securely configuring systems, maintaining robust controls and using data and insight to continuously improve payroll and people processes.This is a people-focused leadership role, managing and developing a skilled payroll team of 6 Administrators through coaching, mentoring and knowledge-sharing. The Payroll Manager builds strong relationships with colleagues, senior leaders and external partners, including HMRC and key suppliers, to ensure a responsive, customer-focused service that supports organisational goals. They also deputise for the Senior Manager - People Services when required, contributing to wider People leadership.Why join our team:The role offers the opportunity to lead payroll projects and shape the future of payroll delivery, using Workday to modernise processes and drive efficiency. This is an ideal opportunity for a technically strong payroll professional who enjoys leading others, driving improvement and making a real impact across the organisation.Location and ..... full job details .....