Interim Payroll & Benefits Manager

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment group is searching for an experienced Interim Payroll & Benefits Manager to oversee payroll operations for around 950 employees. This hands-on leadership position requires immediate availability and offers a potential transition to a permanent role. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in payroll management and team leadership.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly payroll for approximately 950 employees.
• Manage a team of four and ensure statutory compliance.
• Handle pensioner payrolls and equity-related processes.

Skills

Team Leadership

Payroll Management

Benefits Administration

Compliance Management

Sage 50

Job description

Interim Payroll & Benefits Manager, Leeds, West Yorkshire

Client:

JGA Recruitment Group

Location:

Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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.

JGA Recruitment Group Ltd (