Payroll Manager

RECfinancial are currently shortlisting for a well established Leicestershire based organisation as it looks to recruit an experienced Payroll Manager on a permanent full-time business. 

If you''re currently working in payroll, particularly from an advisory point of view, this role is for you.

Our client has a strong reputation within its field and looks to strengthen its team as they grow and develop as a company. You''ll report into a passionate HR/ Office Manager and will take ownership of a large team, oversee end-to-end payroll operations, and play a key role in developing both our people and our processes. Commutable from Leicester, Whetstone, Blaby, Enderby, and greater Leicestershire.

You may well already be in a similar role, looking for a new challenge or just a change of environment.

Payroll Manager role will involve;

The Payroll Manager role will be an integral part of our growing teams and departments leading from the front of the payroll function. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys a mix of client-facing work,  team leadership, and hands-on payroll delivery. Being able to allocate work effectively and manage deadlines across portfolios. Provide technical guidance and hands-on support when needed across the company. Conduct regular 1:1s and performance reviews with the team.  Ensure workloads are balanced and manageable across the team 

What are the Main Responsibilities: 

• Be the go-to payroll expert for all clients 

• Maintain exceptional service standards and manage client expectations

• Lead onboarding, including system setup, data migration, and process design 

• Be able to deliver all software demos and provide support

• Build trusted, long-term client relationships and confidently resolve complex queries 

• Own Payroll Delivery 

• Oversee multiple payroll cycles (weekly, fortnightly, monthly) 

• Ensure all payrolls are accurate, compliant, and delivered on time 

• Review complex calculations (statutory payments, terminations, adjustments) 

• Working onsite with clients, resolving their payroll issues or acting as cover 

• Manage annual fee reviews and pricing discussions with confidence 

What are they looking for:

• Proven experience in a Payroll Manager or Senior Payroll position 

• Strong technical knowledge of UK payroll and HMRC legislation 

• Experience managing a team and multiple client payrolls 

• Confident communicator with excellent client-facing skills 

• Commercial awareness and ability to manage fees and client relationships 

• A proactive leader who enjoys improving processes and developing people 

What''s on offer for the Payroll Manager

• Competitive market rate salary 

• Performance development 

• Hybrid working option

• Open plan office space 

• Free onsite parking 

• 25 days’ holiday 

For further information on this fabulous opportunity, please contact us. 
Please note we are unable to accept applications from candidates without UK experience and the need for sponsorship.

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