Payroll Team Leader - 18 Months FTC

Key Responsiblities

• Oversee accurate and timely processing of all weekly and monthly payrolls, ensuring completion of all associated payments.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the payroll team, allocating resources effectively to meet business needs.
• Identify opportunities for automation and efficiency gains across payroll systems and workflows.
• Maintain expert knowledge of PAYE, National Insurance, statutory payments, pensions legislation, and ensure all payroll activity adheres to statutory requirements.
• Lead and develop payroll administrators, supporting performance across weekly and monthly cycles.
• Take ownership of payroll system upgrades, testing, and implementation of new functionality.
• Provide support to the Group Payroll Manager on ad hoc projects, audits, and business initiatives.

About You

• Proven experience leading and developing payroll teams.
• 5+ years payroll experience, ideally within retail or manufacturing environments.
• CIPP qualification desirable.
• Experience using MHR iTrent and IRIS Cascade is highly desirable.