Head of Payroll

CMR Jobs Limited; Shotton, Queensferry, Connah's Quay; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing umbrella company seeks a 'Head of Payroll' to scale and stabilise its payroll function. The ideal candidate will lead the payroll operation, mentor a remote team, and ensure compliance while driving operational improvements. This role offers the chance to impact and shape the future of payroll in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Solid experience running umbrella payroll required.
• Strong leadership and communication skills essential.
• Proficiency in payroll strategy and problem-solving needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimise the end-to-end payroll operation.
• Review and improve payroll processes and systems.
• Manage and mentor a remote payroll team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

My Digital Accounts

Job description

Umbrella Payroll | Hybrid (3 days Borehamwood or Bournemouth office / 2 remote) | £DOE

A fast-growing umbrella company with big ambitions is looking for a Head of Payroll to get stuck into scaling, stabilising, and shaping their payroll function.

They’ve recently opened a second office, brought in a new senior leadership team, and have no plans to slow down — but now need someone who knows umbrella payroll inside out to make sure the engine room is built for growth.

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead and optimise the end-to-end payroll operation
• Review and improve existing processes and systems to ensure compliance, efficiency and scalability
• Manage and mentor a remote payroll team (with potential to grow the team further)
• Collaborate with the wider SLT to support strategic decisions across the business
• Stay on top of compliance and ensure everything is audit-ready at all times
• Drive improvements using your experience and industry insight

What we’re looking for:

• Solid experience running umbrella payroll — you’ll need to hit the ground running
• Strong leadership and communication skills — someone who brings clarity and calm to a fast-moving environment
• Experience with My Digital Accounts would be a bonus, but not essential
• Comfortable being the go-to person on payroll strategy, process, and problem-solving
• A builder — you’ll enjoy taking something solid and making it great

This is a brilliant role for someone who wants to make a real impact, be part of something growing fast, and help shape the future of the payroll function.

Interested? Apply now or get in touch to find out more.