At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead payroll operations for a large workforce across multiple UK sites.
- Company: Join a major NI manufacturer known for its strong people culture and growth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity for proactive individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by driving payroll accuracy and compliance in a dynamic setting.
- Qualifications: Experience in payroll management and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Artemis Human Capital is proud to be partnering with a major NI based manufacturer to appoint an experienced Payroll Manager. This is a newly shaped, high-profile position within a growing organisation known for its strong people culture, long-standing reputation, and commitment to continuous improvement. This role sits at the heart of the finance function and offers an exceptional opportunity for a confident, solutions-focused payroll professional who enjoys taking full ownership of process, compliance, and reporting across a multi-site organisation.
The Role
- Lead the end-to-end payroll operation for a large workforce across several UK sites.
- Take responsibility for driving accuracy, streamlining processes, maintaining robust internal controls, and ensuring payroll runs smoothly every month.
- Work closely with senior finance and HR stakeholders to shape future payroll capability—including supporting business change, compliance updates, and integration work as the organisation continues to grow.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a busy, fast-paced environment and enjoys combining hands-on processing with strategic oversight.
Key Responsibilities
- Take full ownership of the monthly payroll cycle across multiple UK locations.
- Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure all payments, deductions, and adjustments are processed correctly.
- Oversee payroll compliance, reporting, and statutory submissions.
- Manage pension administration, auto-enrolment, and liaison with pension providers.
- Handle payroll queries from employees, managers, and external bodies.
- Prepare payroll reconciliations and support audits where required.
- Produce payroll-related reports, KPIs, and insights for Finance and HR.
- Lead year-end processes including P60s, P11Ds, and other statutory documentation.
- Ensure all legislative changes are reflected in payroll processes.
- Drive continuous improvement across payroll systems, controls, and reporting.
- Support budgeting activities and provide accurate payroll forecasting.
- Partner with HR and Operations to ensure alignment across employee data and workflows.
- Contribute to payroll planning for future business acquisitions and expansions.
The Individual
We are seeking a confident and proactive payroll professional who enjoys managing complexity and takes pride in high standards of accuracy. You will be diligent, organised, and comfortable communicating with stakeholders across the business. This role requires someone who can work autonomously while also contributing meaningfully to the wider finance and HR teams.
Group Payroll Manager employer: Artemis Human Capital
Artemis Human Capital is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment within a major NI-based manufacturing firm renowned for its strong people culture and commitment to continuous improvement. As a Group Payroll Manager, you will benefit from a collaborative atmosphere that fosters professional growth, with opportunities to shape payroll capabilities while ensuring compliance and accuracy across multiple sites. The company's dedication to employee development and its focus on innovative practices make it an attractive place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
