Senior Payroll Leader: Strategy, Compliance & Team Impact

Lancashire County Council; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Manager to lead and manage a high-performing payroll team. This role includes technical leadership, policy development, and fostering partnerships to ensure compliance and excellent service delivery. The successful candidate will have significant experience in payroll management, strong leadership skills, and a deep understanding of payroll legislation. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Local Government Pension Scheme

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Staff discount scheme

Qualifications

• Significant experience managing large, complex payroll and pensions functions.
• Proven ability to develop strategy and implement new ways of working.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of motivating teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of payroll professionals delivering high-quality services.
• Provide technical leadership for complex payroll issues.
• Drive development of policies ensuring compliance with legislation.

Skills

Leadership

Influencing decision-makers

Payroll legislation knowledge

Performance management

Education

Degree-level education or equivalent

Relevant payroll qualification (CIPP)

Job description

A local government council in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Manager to lead and manage a high-performing payroll team. This role includes technical leadership, policy development, and fostering partnerships to ensure compliance and excellent service delivery. The successful candidate will have significant experience in payroll management, strong leadership skills, and a deep understanding of payroll legislation. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.