Deputy Head of Payroll & Pensions - Flexible Working

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Urmston; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A major NHS Trust in the UK is seeking a skilled Deputy Head of Payroll Services. This leadership role involves ensuring compliance, delivering high-quality payroll services, and supporting team development. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in payroll and pensions, a strong customer focus, and excellent communication skills. This position offers opportunities for professional growth within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Benefits

Flexible working

Generous leave

NHS pension

Wellbeing initiatives

Clear career progression

Qualifications

• Experienced payroll and pensions professional with expert knowledge of legislation and best practices.
• Confident communicator able to advise and influence senior stakeholders.
• Skilled in leading and developing teams for high-quality, customer-focused services.
• Proactive, solution-focused, and committed to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver MFT's Pay Services strategy and contribute to organisational goals.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and Trust policies.
• Maintain MFT's reputation for high-quality, customer-focused Pay Services.
• Drive initiatives to optimise systems, automation, and AI within Pay Services.

Skills

Payroll management

Pensions legislation

Customer service

Team leadership

Communication

Job description

A major NHS Trust in the UK is seeking a skilled Deputy Head of Payroll Services. This leadership role involves ensuring compliance, delivering high-quality payroll services, and supporting team development. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in payroll and pensions, a strong customer focus, and excellent communication skills. This position offers opportunities for professional growth within a supportive and collaborative environment.