Payroll Manager

Payroll Manager Central Bristol (Hybrid Working) 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract Up to 45,000

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll Manager to join a successful organisation based in Central Bristol on a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.

This is a hands-on role responsible for the delivery of multiple UK payrolls for approximately 1,200 employees, while also managing and developing a payroll team member. Strong stakeholder management skills are essential, as you'll work closely with Finance, HR, employees and external providers to ensure an efficient and compliant payroll service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the end-to-end processing of multiple UK payrolls

• Lead, support and develop a payroll team member

• Ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation, PAYE, NI, RTI and pension auto-enrolment

• Oversee payroll reconciliations, controls and audit requirements

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the business

• Produce payroll reports and support payroll-related projects

• Drive process improvements and enhance payroll efficiency

• Act as the escalation point for complex payroll queries About You:

• Strong technical knowledge of UK payroll legislation

• Previous team management or supervisory experience would be advantageous

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

• Strong payroll systems and Excel skills

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail Benefits:

• Hybrid working and flexible start/finish times

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Additional Christmas closure and birthday leave

• Matched pension contributions up to 5%

• Enhanced parental leave

• Life assurance

• Option to buy or sell holiday This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional looking to join a collaborative organisation where payroll plays a key role in supporting the wider business.

If this sounds like a role for you, please apply ASAP. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 24 working hours