Head of Payroll

Polypipe Limited; Doncaster; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Holiday purchase scheme

Life Assurance x3 of annual salary

Pension contribution matched up to 8%

Genuit Sharesave scheme

Job summary

Polypipe Limited is seeking an experienced Head of Payroll to lead the Group payroll function, ensuring colleagues are paid accurately, on time and in full compliance with UK legislation. You will manage a team of four payroll professionals, oversee UK payroll operations and governance across international activities.

Reporting to the Group Reward Director, you will drive payroll transformation through technology, automation and process optimisation, partnering with People & Culture, Finance,

Qualifications

• Senior payroll leadership experience in a large organisation.
• Expert knowledge of UK PAYE, NI, pensions and statutory payments.
• Experience with payroll systems, projects and process improvements.
• Strong governance, controls and audit experience in payroll.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end payroll across the group delivering accurate, on-time pay.
• Ensure UK compliance and annual year-end payroll processes.
• Drive payroll transformation with technology and automation.
• Partner with People & Culture, Finance, Tax and HRIS.

Skills

Payroll leadership

UK payroll knowledge

Projects & improvements

Payroll governance & audit

Stakeholder management

CIPP certification

Workday experience

Education

CIPP qualification (or equivalent)

Tools

Workday

Job description

## Head of PayrollApply: Polypipe Doncaster Broomhouse Lane: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: September 25, 2026 (15 days left to apply): JR102427Closing Date for Application:Thursday 24/09/2026At Genuit Group, we are focused on creating a more sustainable built environment. This means increasing resilience as buildings adapt to the challenges of climate change, while also reducing the impact the built environment has on the environment.As a growing FTSE 250 business with global ambitions, Genuit offers the opportunity to work across multiple construction sectors within the Group and be part of shaping the future direction of the organisation.**About the Role**We're looking for an experienced **Head of Payroll** to lead our Group payroll function, ensuring colleagues are paid accurately, on time and in full compliance with all legislative requirements.Reporting to the **Group Reward Director**, you'll lead a team of four payroll professionals, oversee UK payroll operations, provide governance across international payroll activities, and drive continuous improvement through technology, automation and process optimisation.### **What You'll Do*** Lead the end-to-end payroll function across the Group.* Ensure accurate and timely payroll delivery, including statutory and year-end requirements.* Maintain strong payroll governance, controls and compliance with UK legislation.* Drive payroll transformation, process improvements and system enhancements.* Partner with People & Culture, Finance, Tax, HRIS and external providers to deliver an outstanding payroll service.* Act as the organisation's payroll subject matter expert.* Develop and inspire a high-performing payroll team.### **What We're Looking For*** Significant payroll leadership experience within a complex organisation.* Expert knowledge of UK payroll legislation, PAYE, National Insurance, pensions and statutory payments.* Experience leading payroll systems, projects and continuous improvement initiatives.* Strong understanding of payroll controls, governance and audit requirements.* Excellent stakeholder management, communication and leadership skills.* CIPP qualification (or equivalent).* Experience with Workday or similar integrated HR/payroll systems is desirable.## **Our Benefits*** Entitled to 25 days holiday* Holiday purchase scheme* Life Assurance x3 of annual salary* Pension contribution matched up to 8%* Save as you earn Genuit Sharesave scheme