At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage a payroll team, ensuring accurate and timely payroll services.
- Company: Join a supportive and dynamic company committed to excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Immediate start available with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by leading a team and improving payroll processes.
- Qualifications: Experience in payroll management and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Location: Manchester/Remote
Employment Type: Full Time
Purpose of the Role: As Payroll Manager - Team Leader, you will be responsible for leading and managing the payroll team to ensure accurate and timely delivery of all payroll services. You will provide strong leadership, coaching, and support to the team while acting as the subject matter expert on payroll processes and legislation. This role requires both technical excellence in payroll and the ability to motivate and develop people to achieve their best.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, manage, and mentor the payroll team, ensuring high levels of engagement, performance, and professional development.
- Oversee the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and company policies.
- Act as the primary escalation point for payroll queries, providing expert guidance and solutions.
- Drive continuous improvement within the payroll function, identifying opportunities to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships across HR, Finance, and other business functions.
- Ensure compliance with all payroll legislation, including statutory reporting and pension auto-enrolment obligations.
- Support with complex calculations, reconciliations, and payroll audits.
- Deliver regular reporting to senior leadership on payroll performance and key metrics.
Desirable Requirements:
- Previous experience working in a bureau or multi-client environment.
- Experience of payroll systems such as iTrent, PeopleXD, XCD, Cascade, Unit4, Brain Payroll, Sage People Payroll, Sage 50 & BrightPay.
- Knowledge of P11Ds and payrolled benefits.
- Experience in process improvement and system implementation projects.
Personal Attributes:
- A people person - approachable, supportive, and able to bring out the best in others.
- Proactive and solutions-focused with a high attention to detail.
- Resilient under pressure with a flexible and adaptable approach.
- Committed to delivering excellence and continuous improvement.
Essential Requirements:
- Proven experience in managing a payroll team and overseeing high-volume payrolls.
- In-depth knowledge of UK payroll legislation, taxation, and statutory requirements.
- Strong people management skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop a team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex payroll matters clearly.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Advanced Excel skills (vlookup, pivot tables, and formulas).
Ideal Start Date: Immediately.
Minimum Salary: £40,000
Maximum Salary: £50,000
Payroll Manager - Team Leader in Manchester employer: Phase 3 Marketing and Communications
At Phase 3, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and professional growth. As a Payroll Manager - Team Leader in Manchester/Remote, you will benefit from a supportive environment that values your expertise while providing opportunities for continuous improvement and development within the payroll function. With competitive salaries and a commitment to inclusivity, we ensure that our employees feel valued and empowered to achieve their best.
Contact Details:
Phase 3 Marketing and Communications Recruitment Team
