Head Of Payroll

JGA Recruitment; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established organisation based in London is seeking an experienced Head of Payroll to oversee their Payroll, Pensions, and People function. The successful candidate will ensure accurate, compliant payroll delivery while optimizing HR technology and managing a high-performing team. This is a hybrid role with a salary of up to £65,000, offered on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

Qualifications

• Strong experience managing payroll operations.
• Expertise in DB and DC pension schemes.
• Background in managing and coaching teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll, pensions, and people systems operations.
• Ensure timely payroll delivery and compliance with regulations.
• Provide advice on payroll and pension matters.

Skills

Strong experience managing a payroll function in a medium or large organisation

Operational knowledge of both DB and DC pension schemes

Proven staff management experience

Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills

Strong communication skills

Proactive problem-solver

Job description

Job Title: Head of Payroll

Location: London (Hybrid)

Salary: Up to 65,000

Contract: 12-month FTC

About the Role

A well-established organisation is seeking an experienced leader to oversee its Payroll, Pensions and People function.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all payroll, pensions and people systems operations
• Ensure accurate and timely payroll delivery in line with statutory requirements
• Manage compliance with HMRC, pension providers, and other regulatory bodies
• Provide expert advice on payroll and pension matters, including legislative changes
• Oversee people systems processes and support optimisation of HR technology
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, auditability and data integrity
• Manage, coach and support team members to ensure effective performance
• Build strong working relationships with senior stakeholders across HR and Finance

Essential Experience & Skills

• Strong experience managing a payroll function in a medium or large organisation
• Operational knowledge of both DB and DC pension schemes
• Proven staff management experience
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage a high workload
• Strong communication skills and confidence advising stakeholders
• A proactive problem-solver who can work independently and take initiative

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