Pay & Contract
- Pay Level: SML11 - £69,641 to £78,782 fully inclusive of Local Weighting Allowance
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Working Hours: 37 hours per week
- Location: Observatory House/ Slough Hybrid (minimum 2 days per week in the office)
- DBS Requirement: Basic
Closing Date & Interviews
The closing date for applications is midnight on 3rd July 2026.
Interviews will be held week commencing 6th July 2026.
What you’ll be doing:
Slough Borough Council is looking for an ambitious and forward‑thinking Head of Payroll & Recruitment to lead two critical services at the heart of our organisation. This senior leadership opportunity involves shaping how we attract, recruit, pay and support our workforce, ensuring colleagues across the Council receive accurate, responsive and customer‑focused services that enable them to deliver the best possible outcomes for our communities.
You will take full accountability for the performance, governance and continuous improvement of payroll, recruitment and employee lifecycle services. You will provide visible leadership to a specialist team and work closely with senior stakeholders across the Council. Responsibilities include strengthening payroll controls and ensuring statutory compliance, modernising systems, improving recruitment pace and quality, reducing reliance on agency and interim staffing, and managing key supplier contracts. You will drive practical change that improves efficiency, resilience and value for money.
What we offer
We offer a supportive place to grow and develop your career with real opportunities for your input to be valued and heard. Ambition and innovation will be required now more than ever, and you will join a friendly and collaborative environment where you are encouraged to thrive.
We understand that everyone has different needs and circumstances. That’s why we’re committed to offering flexible and hybrid working arrangements that help you achieve the best work‑life balance and accommodate different working patterns. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We select staff on merit and foster a workforce where people are valued and represent the local communities we serve.
Benefits
- 26 days annual leave (not including Bank holidays), rising to 30 days between 2 – 5 years’ service and 33 days after 5 years’ service.
- The Local Government Pension Scheme
- Wellbeing initiatives and membership of various employee networks that promote equality.
- Tax‑free childcare and childcare services.
- Season ticket loan to help with the cost of your rail / bus journey to and from work.
Accessibility & Support
Slough Borough Council is an inclusive employer. We are keen to support you to feel comfortable throughout the application and interview process. If you require any support throughout the application process or reasonable adjustments for the interview (e.g., questions printed on the day or consideration for layout or lighting for the interview room), please contact our Recruitment Team: Recruitment@slough.gov.uk. This information will be treated confidentially and used solely to ensure we provide appropriate support throughout the recruitment process and beyond.
Employment Conditions
All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK. If you require sponsorship, please contact Recruitment@slough.gov.uk before submitting an application.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If appointed, all posts will be subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks.
