At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead payroll implementation projects and ensure smooth transitions for clients.
- Company: Join a leading professional services organisation with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and excellent career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by managing complex payroll projects for diverse clients.
- Qualifications: Five years' UK payroll experience and strong project management skills.
The predicted salary is between 60750 - 74250 £ per year.
A leading professional services organisation is seeking an experienced Payroll Implementation Manager to join its growing payroll solutions team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of UK clients, leading complex payroll transitions and implementations within a collaborative and high-performing environment. The organisation is investing heavily in its payroll and managed services offering and is looking for an individual who can combine strong UK payroll expertise with excellent project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
As Payroll Implementation Manager, you will take ownership of end-to-end payroll implementation projects, supporting new clients as they transition into a managed payroll service. You will work closely with internal specialists and client stakeholders to ensure a seamless onboarding experience and successful transition into business-as-usual operations. Key responsibilities will include:
- Managing payroll implementation projects from initial planning through to go-live.
- Working closely with clients to understand payroll requirements and develop tailored implementation plans.
- Coordinating payroll data migration activities, testing processes, parallel runs and first live payrolls.
- Managing project timelines, budgets, risks and dependencies.
- Acting as the key point of contact throughout the implementation lifecycle.
- Building strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
- Supporting payroll-related reporting requirements, including general ledger reporting where required.
- Ensuring smooth handover of completed implementations to operational delivery teams.
- Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and supporting junior team members where appropriate.
To be considered for this role, you should demonstrate:
- At least five years' experience within UK payroll operations.
- Proven experience managing payroll implementation or transition projects.
- Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and compliance requirements.
- Experience of Auto Enrolment, Real Time Information (RTI) and Apprenticeship Levy regulations.
- A thorough understanding of payroll processes and their integration with wider business functions.
- Previous experience using iTrent payroll software is advantageous but not essential.
- Excellent project management and organisational skills.
- Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.
- A proactive and solutions-focused approach to problem-solving.
- CIPP qualification or equivalent payroll qualification would be advantageous.
Opportunity to join a market-leading professional services organisation. Exposure to large-scale and complex payroll implementation projects. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Excellent career progression and professional development opportunities. Supportive and collaborative team environment. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
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Payroll Implementation Manager in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: Hays Accounts and Finance
Join a leading international organisation that prioritises payroll as a strategic function, offering a dynamic work culture where your expertise will drive meaningful process improvements across multiple European countries. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, this role provides unique opportunities to enhance vendor relationships and ensure operational excellence in a supportive environment. Located in a vibrant region, you will benefit from a collaborative atmosphere that values innovation and compliance, making it an excellent place for professionals seeking rewarding careers.
