Payroll Manager

Northampton Business Directory; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local business is looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to join their People & Culture team on a 12-month fixed term contract in Northampton. This role involves managing the entire payroll operation with a focus on compliance and accuracy, including pensions and benefits administration. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring timely processing and will act as the main point of contact for payroll queries. A great opportunity for those wanting to add value quickly in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing monthly payroll for a multi-site organization.
• Knowledge of UK payroll legislation and statutory compliance requirements.
• Ability to drive continuous improvement in payroll processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end payroll process ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Process payroll changes for starters, leavers, and amendments.
• Oversee pensions and benefits administration.

Skills

End-to-end payroll management

Statutory compliance

Pensions administration

Data integrity

Process improvement

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to join a People & Culture team on a 12-month fixed term contract. Based in Northampton, this role is responsible for delivering a high-quality, accurate, and compliant payroll service across a multi-site organisation.

The Payroll Manager will lead the end-to-end payroll operation, including pensions and benefits administration, ensuring payroll is processed efficiently and in line with statutory requirements. This role plays a key part in supporting employees and stakeholders while driving continuous improvement across the payroll function.

Key responsibilities include:

• End-to-end management of monthly payroll, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and statutory compliance
• Processing all payroll changes across the employee lifecycle, including starters, leavers, and contractual amendments
• Oversight of pensions and benefits administration, ensuring compliance with scheme and legislative requirements
• Managing payroll reconciliations, reporting, audits, and year-end activities
• Submitting accurate returns and payments to HMRC, pension providers, and other third parties
• Acting as the main point of contact for payroll queries, providing clear and professional guidance
• Supporting and coordinating payroll colleagues to ensure deadlines and standards are met
• Driving continuous improvement across payroll processes and controls
• Maintaining data integrity, confidentiality, and GDPR compliance
• Working closely with HR and Finance to ensure accurate information flow and consistent service delivery

This is an excellent opportunity for a Payroll Manager seeking a fixed-term role where they can provide stability, add value quickly, and support the ongoing development of the payroll function.

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