Group Payroll Manager — Multi-Site & Growth Ready

Artemis Human Capital; Comber; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major NI based manufacturer is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to lead the payroll operation across multiple UK locations. The role involves ensuring payroll accuracy, compliance, and reporting, while also contributing to payroll capability improvements in a growing organization. Ideal candidates will have strong payroll experience and excel in a fast-paced environment. This is an opportunity to join a company renowned for its strong people culture and commitment to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Confident and proactive payroll professional who enjoys managing complexity.
• Diligent, organised, and comfortable communicating with stakeholders.
• Ability to work autonomously while contributing to wider teams.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of the monthly payroll cycle across multiple UK locations.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure payments, deductions, and adjustments are processed correctly.
• Oversee payroll compliance, reporting, and statutory submissions.
• Manage pension administration and liaise with pension providers.
• Handle payroll queries from employees, managers, and external bodies.
• Produce payroll-related reports, KPIs, and insights for Finance and HR.

Skills

Payroll qualification or working towards one

Strong experience managing full end-to-end payroll

Confident working with complex data and producing meaningful insights

Up-to-date knowledge of payroll legislation and tax requirements

Excellent Excel skills and strong overall IT capability

Ability to work efficiently, maintain accuracy, and meet deadlines

Experience improving processes and implementing effective internal controls

Strong communication skills and a collaborative working style

Job description

A major NI based manufacturer is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to lead the payroll operation across multiple UK locations. The role involves ensuring payroll accuracy, compliance, and reporting, while also contributing to payroll capability improvements in a growing organization. Ideal candidates will have strong payroll experience and excel in a fast-paced environment. This is an opportunity to join a company renowned for its strong people culture and commitment to continuous improvement.