Payroll Team Leader

***Immediate Start Opportunity Available!***
Working Pattern: Monday - Friday / 08:00 - 16:30
Remote opportunity- 3 days in the office & 2 days working from home
Salary: £34,000.00 - £36,000.00 (DOE)
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What you’ll be serving up…
As a Payroll Team Leader, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the payroll team, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing. You will provide leadership, support, and guidance to team members while maintaining compliance with statutory requirements and internal policies. Your role is key to driving efficiency and excellence in payroll services across the organisation.

Lead and manage the payroll team, including workload allocation, performance management, and development
Oversee the accurate processing of payroll for all employees, ensuring deadlines are met
Resolve complex payroll queries and issues escalated by team members
Monitor compliance with payroll legislation, tax regulations, and company policies
Collaborate with HR, finance, and external providers to maintain payroll data integrity
Produce payroll reports and assist in audits and reconciliations
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance payroll efficiency and accuracy
Provide training and support to payroll staff to maintain high standards of service
Ensure confidentiality and data protection in all payroll activities

The ingredients you'll bring...

Proven experience leading a payroll team or managing payroll operations
Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, tax, and pension schemes
Excellent organisational and leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop others
Proficiency in payroll software (e.g., ADP, Sage, Workday) and advanced Excel skills
Strong problem-solving and communication skills
Ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure
Payroll qualification (e.g., CIPP) is highly desirable
Experience working in a fast-paced and detail-oriented environment