Human Resources Payroll Manager

Burman Recruitment; Liverpool City Region; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description

HR and Payroll Lead

Salary: £41,000 – £47,000

Location: Hybrid – 4 days on-site, 1 day remote, Merseyside

Contract Type: Permanent

Start Date: As soon as possible

An established higher education institution is seeking an experienced HR and Payroll Lead to support its in-house HR team during a period of operational transition and system change.

This is a key operational role requiring a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in payroll, HR systems, and process improvement. The successful candidate will play a central role in maintaining efficient HR and payroll services across a complex and varied workforce, including both substantive staff and a high volume of casual and visiting professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and support monthly payroll operations, including processing of casual and variable-hour contracts
• Collaborate with Payroll and Pensions Officers to ensure accurate and timely payments, including separate pension runs
• Provide guidance on HR policies and procedures to managers and employees
• Support the implementation and optimisation of a new HRIS, contributing to process redesign and efficiency improvements
• Supervise and support two HR Administrators, providing day-to-day leadership and oversight
• Coordinate and validate workforce data across departments to ensure accuracy in reporting and payroll inputs

Candidate Profile:

• Demonstrable experience in managing or supporting complex payroll operations
• Familiarity with HR systems and involvement in HRIS transitions or implementations
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to advise and support staff at all levels
• CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent experience; candidates without formal qualifications must demonstrate substantial practical expertise
• Experience in higher education is not essential; candidates from other sectors with relevant skills and adaptability are welcome

Application Process:

Applications are requested as soon as possible, with initial screening calls expected to begin early next week. Interviews will be coordinated shortly thereafter.