Head of Payroll

Head of Payroll

Full-Time 60000 - 80000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
KennedyPearce Consulting

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead and establish an in-house payroll function for a recognised British brand.
  • Company: Well-established, multi-site consumer business in Central London.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and the chance to shape payroll strategy.
  • Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a dynamic and supportive environment.
  • Why this job: Make your mark by building a best-in-class payroll function from scratch.
  • Qualifications: Senior payroll experience with strategic direction and stakeholder influence.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.

Location: Central London

Salary: £60,000-£80,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days in the office) until January 2027, moving to 100% office-based thereafter.

We are partnering with a well-established, multi-site consumer business to appoint their first Head of Payroll. This is a rare opportunity to establish and lead an in-house payroll function for a recognised British brand as it transitions away from an outsourced payroll provider.

Reporting directly to the Finance Director, with a dotted line into the Head of HR, you will take full ownership of payroll strategy and operations, leading the implementation of a new payroll system while building robust processes, controls and governance to support the future growth of the business.

Initially, this will be a hands-on role, with responsibility for the day-to-day delivery of payroll. However, the organisation is looking for a senior payroll professional who can provide strategic direction, influence senior stakeholders and build a best-in-class payroll function from the ground up.

If you're looking for an opportunity where you can genuinely make your mark and shape the future of payroll within a successful, growing organisation, this role offers exactly that.

The Role

Take full ownership of the payroll function, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of payroll processing.

Head of Payroll employer: KennedyPearce Consulting

KennedyPearce Consulting is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Greater London, where creativity meets finance in the vibrant TV production industry. Employees benefit from a supportive culture that prioritises professional growth, with clear pathways for advancement and the potential for permanent positions. Join us to be part of a team that values collaboration and innovation, making your contributions meaningful and rewarding.

KennedyPearce Consulting

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We think you need these skills to ace Head of Payroll

Payroll Management
Strategic Planning
Stakeholder Engagement
Process Improvement
Governance
Implementation of Payroll Systems
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