Payroll Manager in London

Payroll Manager in London

London Full-Time 55000 - 60000 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage payroll for two UK companies, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Company: Join a leading international consumer brand with a supportive culture.
  • Benefits: Hybrid working, 25 days holiday, private medical insurance, and life assurance.
  • Other info: Enjoy regular social events, ongoing training, and excellent career development.
  • Why this job: Be the payroll expert in a collaborative HR and Finance team.
  • Qualifications: Proven UK payroll experience and strong Workday skills required.

The predicted salary is between 55000 - 60000 £ per year.

Payroll Manager – Hayes Middlesex (Hybrid) – Permanent - £55-60K plus 10% bonus and great bens

Join a market-leading international consumer brand as an experienced Payroll Manager, taking ownership of payroll across two UK entities.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role within a collaborative HR and Finance team, ensuring employees are paid accurately, on time, and in full compliance with UK legislation.

The Role

You’ll manage the full payroll function from start to finish, acting as the go-to expert for payroll queries while working closely with HR and Finance.

This is a hands‑on role with plenty of autonomy and responsibility.

This is a stand‑alone role, the ideal person will need to be the expert on payroll processing, compliance, and all matters related to payroll calculations, communications, audits, etc.

The headcount is 220 people.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage end-to-end monthly payroll for two UK companies.
  • Process salaries, bonuses, commissions, benefits, pensions and deductions.
  • Ensure compliance with HMRC, payroll legislation and company policies.
  • Prepare payroll reports along with P45s, P60s and P11Ds.
  • Reconcile payroll data and resolve payroll queries and discrepancies.
  • Liaise with HMRC, pension providers and auditors.
  • Administer private medical and pension schemes.
  • Maintain and improve payroll processes using Workday.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience managing end-to-end UK payroll.
  • Strong Workday payroll experience is essential.
  • Excellent knowledge of UK payroll legislation, tax and compliance.
  • Advanced Excel and Office 365 skills.
  • High attention to detail with excellent analytical skills.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to explain payroll matters clearly.
  • Experience supporting payroll system implementations or transitions is highly desirable.
  • What’s on Offer
  • Hybrid working (4 office / 1 home)
  • 25 days holiday
  • Private medical insurance – Single Cover
  • Life assurance 3 x Annual Salary
  • Contributory pension
  • Staff discounts
  • Regular social events and team activities
  • Ongoing training and career development
  • Free parking
  • Other Perks
  • Bi‑monthly staff Pay Day lunch / Eye Care vouchers / Cycle to Work scheme / Training and Development / Team initiatives and events / discounted Friends And Family Schemes

If you’re an experienced Payroll professional looking to join a successful international business with a supportive culture and excellent benefits, we’d love to hear from you.

Please forward an up to date CV for earliest consideration.

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Payroll Manager in London employer: OneWay Recruit

Join a leading M&E Facilities Management Company in the South East of England, where you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering high-quality HVAC solutions across various client sites. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer comprehensive benefits including a company pension, private medical insurance, and profit sharing, ensuring that our team members are well-supported and rewarded for their hard work. Experience a collaborative work culture that values quality workmanship and fosters professional development in a thriving industry.

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Contact Details:

OneWay Recruit Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Payroll Manager in London

End-to-End Payroll Management
UK Payroll Legislation Knowledge
Workday Payroll Experience
Advanced Excel Skills
Office 365 Proficiency
Attention to Detail
Analytical Skills