Interim Payroll & Benefits Manager

JR United Kingdom; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Interim Payroll & Benefits Manager for a hybrid role based in Exeter. This 3-6 month fixed-term contract offers the chance to oversee payroll for about 950 employees, along with benefits administration and team management. Ideal candidates will have proven payroll experience and a strong leadership background.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing complex in-house payroll and employee benefits.
• Strong team leadership background.
• Immediate availability or max 1-week notice.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly payroll for approximately 950 employees.
• Manage a team of four.
• Ensure statutory compliance and reconciliation.

Skills

Payroll Management

Employee Benefits

Team Leadership

Statutory Compliance

Tools

Sage 50

Job description

Interim Payroll & Benefits Manager, exeter

Client:

JGA Recruitment Group

Location:

exeter, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Hybrid: Liverpool (3 days/week)

3–6 month fixed-term contract (FTC), with strong potential to become permanent

Start date: Immediate or within 1 week's notice

We are supporting a client in their search for an experienced Payroll & Benefits Manager for a short term FTC.

This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for overseeing monthly payroll for approximately 950 employees, including benefits administration, pensioner payrolls, and equity-related processes. The role manages a team of four and reports directly into the senior people leadership team.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience managing complex in-house payroll and employee benefits
• Strong team leadership background (leading a small to mid-sized team)
• Immediate availability or maximum 1-week notice
• Comfortable managing monthly payrolls, statutory compliance, and reconciliation
• Experience with Sage 50 is beneficial but not essential
• Familiarity with commission-based payroll and equity schemes is advantageous

If you feel like this is the role for you, please apply online or contact Freddy at JGA for further information.

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Created on 04/06/2025 by JR United Kingdom