Job Title: Payroll Manager
Location: Leicester (Hybrid/Office-Based – specify as needed)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll Manager to join a well‑established and growing professional services firm based in Leicester. This role is ideal for a detail‑oriented payroll professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is passionate about delivering accurate and compliant payroll services.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the end‑to‑end payroll process for a diverse portfolio of clients/employees
- Ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time, in line with current legislation
- Manage and develop a small payroll team (if applicable)
- Handle complex payroll queries and provide expert guidance
- Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of HMRC regulations and statutory requirements
- Liaise with clients, internal departments, and external bodies as required
- Ensure compliance with auto‑enrolment pensions and other payroll‑related obligations
- Review and improve payroll processes and systems
Requirements
- Proven experience in a Payroll Manager or senior payroll position
- Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements
- Experience using payroll software (e.g., Sage, BrightPay, or similar)
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- Strong communication and client‑facing abilities
- Ability to manage workloads and meet strict deadlines
- CIPP qualification (desirable but not essential)
Benefits
- Competitive salary package
- Flexible/hybrid working options
- Generous holiday allowance
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
We are an equal‑opportunities employer who respects and appreciates people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. Reasonable adjustments are available at any stage.
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