Payroll Team Lead (12-Month FTC) — Hybrid & Growth

News Corp; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A major media company based in Peterborough is seeking an experienced Payroll Supervisor for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves managing a team, resolving payroll errors, and ensuring accurate payroll processing across diverse UK payrolls. Ideal candidates should hold a CIPP Foundation degree and have comprehensive knowledge of payroll regulations and the SAP ECC 6 system. This position supports a hybrid work model with a minimum of three days in the office.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Discounted gym memberships

Access to wellbeing benefits

Generous pension scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Understanding of tax regulations and payroll procedures is essential.
• Knowledge of Payroll Accounting practices and procedures required.
• Experience with payroll systems is a must.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of four and multiple stakeholder relationships.
• Resolve payroll run errors and reconcile Bacs files and RTI reports.
• Calculate Gross to net and manage Debtor Management.

Skills

Clear understanding of employment law

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to work under pressure

Efficient and organised

Good customer service skills

Education

CIPP Foundation degree

Tools

SAP ECC 6 system

Job description

A major media company based in Peterborough is seeking an experienced Payroll Supervisor for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves managing a team, resolving payroll errors, and ensuring accurate payroll processing across diverse UK payrolls. Ideal candidates should hold a CIPP Foundation degree and have comprehensive knowledge of payroll regulations and the SAP ECC 6 system. This position supports a hybrid work model with a minimum of three days in the office.