HR & Payroll Manager - Remote

Overview

The HR & Payroll Manager will oversee payroll processes, manage relationships with outsourced payroll providers, and ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation while leading a small HR/Payroll team.

In Short

• Own the relationship with outsourced payroll provider.
• Validate payroll outputs and resolve net pay variances.
• Produce monthly payroll and finance reports.
• Lead and coach the HR & Payroll Admin team.
• Oversee pensions, benefits, and expenses management.
• Deliver statutory and annual returns.
• Drive automation and system enhancements.
• Work closely with People and Finance teams.
• Ensure compliance and audit readiness.
• Manage complex payrolls for 2,000+ employees.

Requirements

• Proven end-to-end payroll expertise, ideally outsourced.
• Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and HMRC rules.
• Experience handling complex payroll queries.
• Comfortable supervising a small HR/Payroll team.
• Proficient with large payroll/HR systems like Resourcelink.
• Intermediate–advanced Excel skills.
• Demonstrated process improvement experience.
• People management experience.
• Ability to manage benefits and pensions.
• Track record running complex payrolls.

Benefits

• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays.
• Extra paid leave for volunteering and significant life events.
• Bonus scheme linked to company success.
• Pension contributions matched up to 6%.
• Healthcare cash plan and private healthcare options.
• Wellbeing support and access to discounts.
• Interest-free loans for season tickets and technology.
• Supportive people policies promoting flexibility and inclusion.