Assistant Manager, Payroll Bureau: Ely or Mildenhall

Whitings LLP.; Ely, Mildenhall; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a motivated Assistant Manager to join their Payroll Bureau team in Ely or Mildenhall. The successful candidate will oversee payroll operations, ensure compliance, and provide excellent client service. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and a range of core benefits, including generous annual leave and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Flexible working

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Income protection for long-term sickness

Life assurance

Paid study leave

Paid professional subscriptions

Health Shield cash back plan

Flu vaccinations

Enhanced sick pay

Qualifications

• Professional certification (e.g., CIPP) is preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in payroll management.
• Strong knowledge of payroll regulations and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Payroll Bureau.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll for multiple clients.
• Manage and resolve payroll-related queries and issues.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time-management skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

CIPP certification

Minimum 2 years experience in payroll management

Tools

BrightPay

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Manager

Location:Ely or Mildenhall

Job Type:Full-Time

Job Description:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Manager to join our Payroll Bureau team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing payroll operations, ensuring accuracy, and providing excellent client service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Payroll Bureau.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll for multiple clients.
• Maintain compliance with payroll regulations and company policies.
• Manage and resolve payroll-related queries and issues.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their payroll needs and provide tailored solutions.
• Assist in the preparation of payroll reports and documentation.
• Support the Payroll Manager in strategic planning and process improvements.
• Support the payroll manger with assisting and mentoring the team.

Qualifications:

• Professional certification (e.g., CIPP) is preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in payroll management.
• Strong knowledge of payroll regulations and best practices.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in BrightPay software.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Salary/remuneration package on offer will be at market rates in line with knowledge and experience.

Core Benefits:

• Generous annual leave
• We support your continued development including attending training courses, webinars, leadership, management development and continuing professional development programmes
• Flexible working is encouraged and regularly reviewed
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• In case of long-term sickness or incapacity, income protection is provided
• Life assurance
• Paid study leave
• Paid professional subscriptions
• Health Shield cash back plan – for treatments such as dental, optical and physiotherapy etc (a more extensive list is available)
• Flu vaccinations
• Enhanced sick pay
• Tax efficient pension (salary sacrifice)
• We have a wellbeing programme, which includes counselling and mental health support and legal advice
• Team social events, fundraising and activities with other local offices

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How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter to [e-mail].

Please include ‘Assistant Manager – Payroll Bureau’in the subject line.