Head of Payroll, Pensions & People Systems — Hybrid, 42 Days Leave

TPP Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Head of Payroll and Pensions to lead a complex payroll and pensions portfolio in SW London. This full-time role requires CIPP qualification and experience in managing payroll in medium to large organizations. You will ensure compliance, manage pension schemes, and oversee payroll operations for approximately 2400 employees. The role offers hybrid working and generous benefits, including 42 days of leave and employer contributions to a competitive pension scheme.

Benefits

42 days leave per annum

Competitive pension scheme with employer contribution

Hybrid working options

On-site exercise facilities

Qualifications

• Must be CIPP qualified.
• Experience in managing a payroll function in a medium or large organization.
• Operational experience of Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution pensions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the payroll/pensions operations for 2400 employees.
• Ensure compliance with payroll processes and timely accurate payments.
• Manage and develop pension schemes ensuring compliance.

Skills

CIPP qualified

Management experience in payroll

Operational experience of Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution schemes

HR/Payroll systems knowledge (iTrent)

Experience with pension schemes: SAUL, USS, NHSSS

Tools

iTrent

Agresso

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Head of Payroll and Pensions to lead a complex payroll and pensions portfolio in SW London. This full-time role requires CIPP qualification and experience in managing payroll in medium to large organizations. You will ensure compliance, manage pension schemes, and oversee payroll operations for approximately 2400 employees. The role offers hybrid working and generous benefits, including 42 days of leave and employer contributions to a competitive pension scheme.