Payroll Manager

Payroll Manager - Doncaster (Hybrid) - £50K - 9 months FTC

Leading Rail Transportation Client now requires a Payroll Manager to lead the Payroll & Benefits Team, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of all payroll processing and employee benefits.

This role is responsible for managing systems, people, and processes, maintaining compliance, and driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Payroll & Benefits team.
• Deliver accurate and compliant four-weekly and monthly payrolls.
• Manage statutory deductions, pensions, and benefits.
• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation and audit standards.
• Maintain and improve payroll systems and processes.
• Manage relationships with third-party providers.
• Oversee employee benefits administration, including flexible benefits and long-service awards.
• Support HR and business projects impacting payroll delivery.

Requirements

• Proven experience managing payroll services and teams.
• Strong knowledge of payroll processes and compliance.
• Track record of delivering accurate and timely payroll.
• Collaborative working style with focus on service delivery.
• Experience reporting on KPIs to improve efficiency.
• CIPP professional qualification (essential).

Salary: £50,000pa

Location: Doncaster (3 Days a Week)

Duration: 9 Months FTC

This role offers the opportunity to make a real impact by leading a critical function and ensuring colleagues across the organisation are supported through accurate and reliable payroll and benefits services.