Payroll Team Leader

Payroll Team LeaderLocation: Hackney E8 Salary Grade: PO1Responsible to: Payroll ManagerLength: 3 Months Hybrid ASAP Start PAYE: 21.92 to 23.94 per hour Umbrella: 29.87 to 32.26 per hour About HackneyHackney is one of the UK''s most diverse and highest-performing local authorities. We thrive on challenge and change, operating with a culture that is Open, Inclusive, Ambitious, Pioneering, and Proactive. Our HR Specialists are focused on making Hackney a place where everyone feels valued and has the chance to lead a healthy, successful life.The RoleAs a Payroll Team Leader, you will play a pivotal role in providing an efficient and effective payroll service to the Council and its partnership organisations. You will work at the heart of our HR and Traded Services team, ensuring our staff are supported by seamless payroll delivery.Key Responsibilities:Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and nurture a team of eight Payroll Officers, empowering them to grow in confidence and deliver excellent customer service.Operational Excellence: Manage the input of payroll data, including starters, leavers, and contractual changes, while ensuring all statutory and contractual obligations are met.Technical Oversight: Act as the first point of contact for complex payroll, legislative, and system issues, specifically advising on iTrent data entry.Financial Integrity: Responsible for processing BACS and third-party payments, and checking high-stakes calculations such as maternity, paternity, and ..... full job details .....