Part time Payroll Specialist

Michael Page

Cheadle

Hybrid

GBP 32,000 - 39,000

Part time

3 days ago

Be an early applicant

A complete application in a minute

Tailored resume and cover letter, ready to send.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Private medical insurance

Annual leave 25 days

Birthday day off

On-site parking

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Part-Time Payroll Specialist in the UK, based in Didsbury, South Manchester. This hybrid role offers 25-30 hours per week with a salary up to £35,000 FTE plus bonus.

You will manage the end-to-end UK payroll, ensure compliance with PAYE and NI, and coordinate outsourced payroll across four international countries. The role emphasizes accuracy, controls, and proactive process improvement while maintaining strong relationships with HR and Finance.

Qualifications

Experience coordinating in-house UK payroll.
Solid knowledge of UK payroll legislation (PAYE, NI, RTI, pensions).
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent organisational skills and deadline management.
Experience collaborating with Finance, HR and external payroll providers.
Ability to resolve payroll queries confidently.

Responsibilities

End-to-end monthly UK payroll processing, data prep, calculations, payments, payslips and submissions.
Ensure compliance with UK legislation including PAYE, NI, RTI and pension obligations.
Oversee outsourced payroll across four international countries with accurate data and timely approvals.
Complete reconciliations and provide payroll insights to Finance.
Partner with HR on lifecycle changes and benefits.
Maintain payroll controls and audit trails across UK and international payrolls.
Coordinate year-end processes, audits and system updates.
Review processes and implement improvements for accuracy and efficiency.
Act as main contact for payroll queries, resolving issues promptly.

Skills

In-house UK payroll

UK payroll legislation

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Collaborative with Finance HR

Payroll queries resolution

Job description

Part-Time Payroll Specialist
Location: Didsbury, South Manchester
Hours: 25-30 hours per week over 5 days
Salary: Up to £35,000 FTE, plus bonus
Working pattern: Hybrid - 3 days in office, 2 days WFH

Client Details

In this role, you'll be responsible for coordinating the full UK payroll process. You'll play a key role in ensuring payroll is accurate, compliant and delivered on time, working closely with HR, Finance and external payroll providers.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys taking ownership of payroll operations, maintaining strong controls and identifying opportunities to improve processes. With part-time hours and a flexible hybrid working approach, we recognise the importance of finding the right balance between work and life outside the office.

Description

The key responsibilities of a Part time Payroll Specialist will be:

Manage the end-to-end monthly UK payroll process, including data preparation, calculations, employee payments, payslips and statutory submissions.
Ensure all payroll activities comply with UK legislation, including PAYE, National Insurance, RTI reporting, statutory payments and workplace pension obligations.
Oversee outsourced payroll processing across four international countries, ensuring accurate data, timely approvals, appropriate funding and compliance with local regulations.
Complete payroll reconciliations and investigate variances, providing accurate payroll data and insights to support the Finance team.
Partner with HR to manage employee lifecycle changes, including new starters, leavers, salary adjustments, contractual changes, absences and benefits.
Maintain effective payroll controls and accurate records, ensuring clear audit trails, appropriate documentation and robust approval processes across UK and international payrolls.
Coordinate payroll year-end processes, support audits and system updates, and manage relationships with external payroll providers.
Review existing payroll processes and implement improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency and overall service delivery.
Act as a key point of contact for payroll queries, resolving issues promptly and providing clear, reliable support to employees and internal stakeholders.

Profile

A successful Part time Payroll Specialist will have:

Previous experience managing or coordinating an in-house UK payroll.
Good knowledge of UK payroll legislation, including HMRC and pension requirements.
Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage deadlines effectively.
Experience working collaboratively with Finance, HR and external payroll providers.
The ability to investigate and resolve payroll queries confidently.
Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
The ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

Job Offer