At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and develop payroll and pensions services, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Company: People-centred public sector organisation focused on staff wellbeing.
- Benefits: Opportunity to influence, competitive salary, and professional development.
- Other info: Dynamic role with visibility and influence among senior leaders.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in colleagues' lives while shaping payroll systems.
- Qualifications: Significant payroll experience and relevant qualifications required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Are you an experienced Payroll professional seeking challenge, influence and purpose? Our client, a people‑centred public sector organisation committed to staff wellbeing and development, now has a fantastic opportunity for an exceptional Payroll Manager to lead their payroll and pensions function. This pivotal role will suit someone who enjoys complexity, values accuracy, and wants their work to make a real difference to the lives of colleagues. This isn’t a routine payroll role. It’s strategic, people‑focused, and influential – with the opportunity to shape systems, advise senior leaders, and lead a dedicated payroll team. Reporting to the Director of People and working closely with the CEO, CFO and other leaders, this role will provide genuine visibility and influence.
As Payroll Manager, You Will:
- Lead and develop the organisation's in‑house payroll and pensions service, ensuring it is accurate, compliant and timely.
- Act as an expert on payroll, pensions and contractual matters, providing clear, confident advice to colleagues and senior leaders.
- Oversee monthly in‑house payroll for a large, complex workforce, including pensions, statutory returns and year‑end activity.
- Line‑manage and develop payroll staff, creating a supportive and high‑performing team.
- Work closely with HR and Finance colleagues to improve systems, reporting and processes.
- Anticipate and implement changes in legislation, ensuring the organisation remains compliant and well‑informed.
To Be Considered You Will Require:
- Significant experience in payroll and pensions, ideally gained in a large or complex organisation, preferably within the education sector or wider public sector.
- A recognised relevant payroll or pensions qualification (e.g. CIPP), or be working towards this.
- Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, PAYE, HMRC and pension schemes.
- Experience of using and developing usage of payroll systems (EduPay desirable).
- The ability to manage deadlines, detail and competing priorities and explain complex information clearly and tactfully.
- Knowledge and experience of public sector pensions schemes such as TPS and/or LGPS.
Payroll Manager in Tow Law employer: People Management magazine
Join a forward-thinking public sector organisation that prioritises staff wellbeing and professional development, making it an exceptional employer for a Payroll Manager. With a strong focus on creating a supportive work culture, this role offers the chance to lead a dedicated payroll team while influencing strategic decisions that impact colleagues' lives. Enjoy opportunities for growth and the satisfaction of working in a role that truly makes a difference within the community.
Contact Details:
People Management magazine Recruitment Team
