Temporary Payroll Business Partner

Overview

Temporary Payroll Business Partner Location: West Edinburgh (Hybrid Working) Contract: Temporary - Approx. 2-3 months Hours: 37 hours per week Salary: Competitive

We are recruiting on behalf of a client for an experienced Payroll Business Partner to join their team on a temporary basis. This is a senior, hands on payroll role, ideal for someone who enjoys combining payroll leadership, technical expertise, and stakeholder support and who can make an immediate impact.

The Role

You will be responsible for overseeing payroll operations, managing payroll staff, and ensuring the accurate and compliant delivery of payroll services. The role will involve acting as a key point of expertise for payroll matters, supporting managers and stakeholders, and leading on payroll processes, reporting, and improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Line managing and supporting payroll staff, ensuring high standards and consistent delivery
• Overseeing end to end payroll processing, including starters, leavers, changes, and statutory payments
• Reviewing payroll calculations and resolving complex or anomalous issues
• Producing and overseeing payroll reports, reconciliations, and BACS submissions
• Providing expert advice on payroll legislation, PAYE, NI, pensions, and auto enrolment
• Liaising with external bodies and statutory agencies as required
• Managing and supporting payroll system updates, testing, and improvements
• Ensuring compliance with statutory deadlines, year end processes, and reporting requirements
• Supporting the development and maintenance of payroll policies, procedures, and training

About You

• Significant experience in a senior payroll or payroll leadership role
• Strong technical payroll knowledge with a proven ability to manage complex payroll environments
• Experience of line managing or supporting payroll staff
• Confident advising stakeholders on payroll legislation and best practice
• Experience using iTrent or STAR payroll systems is highly desirable
• Organised, detail focused, and able to work under pressure to tight deadlines

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional seeking a temporary senior level assignment where they can add immediate value and lead on payroll delivery.

Why Temp With Office Angels?

Working as a temp is an ideal way of exploring different job roles and industries. It also gives you control of your own work/life balance! Here are just some of the benefits you can expect when you become part of our team:

• Weekly pay
• 28 days paid annual leave (Based on a weekly accrual)
• You are employed directly with Office Angels, meaning we're always on hand to ensure you're being well looked after
• Access to discount vouchers with many high street brands
• Eye care vouchers and money towards glasses should you require them for VDU purposes
• We can search for permanent work whilst you're in assignments and offer expert interview support and advice
• Pension scheme option (with employer contributions)
• Statutory Sick Pay in the unfortunate event you find yourself under the weather
• Access to our assistance programme that provides free, confidential, and independent advice on a range of issues including grief, stress, and legal issues
• Should you wish to pursue a different career path, we have several sister businesses which cover almost every sector and specialism.

Office Angels is an employment agency. We are an equal opportunities employer who put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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