Pay and Reward Manager

Forestry and Land Scotland; Inverness; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to join their Pay & Reward team. This full-time hybrid role focuses on managing payroll and pension services for approximately 1,300 staff, ensuring compliance and system integrity while providing expert advice on various payroll matters. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, a solid understanding of payroll legislation, and experience with payroll systems, particularly iTrent.

Qualifications

• Strong track record in managing payroll teams.
• Hands-on experience with payroll systems, ideally iTrent.
• Solid understanding of payroll and pension legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Payroll team.
• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation.
• Liaise with external partners (MHR, HMRC).

Skills

Payroll management

Pension legislation

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

iTrent

Job description

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We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to join our Pay & Reward team, which delivers payroll and pension services for Forestry and Land Scotland and Scottish Forestry, supporting around 1,300 staff. This is a full-time hybrid role, with the expectation of attending either our Edinburgh or Inverness office ideally once a week.

About the role

In this role, the successful candidate will lead and develop the Payroll team, ensuring accurate input into our HR and payroll system (iTrent by MHR). They will be responsible for maintaining compliance with payroll legislation, safeguarding payroll integrity, and ensuring timely reconciliations and submissions.

The role also involves liaising with key external partners including MHR, HMRC, and Civil Service Pensions, and providing expert advice on pay, tax, National Insurance, pensions, and deductions. Staying ahead of legislative changes and advising on their impact will be a key part of the position.

We’re seeking someone with a strong track record in managing payroll teams, a solid understanding of payroll and pension legislation, and hands-on experience with payroll systems—ideally iTrent. The ideal candidate will also bring excellent Excel skills, a sharp eye for detail, and the confidence to lead and communicate effectively.

What we offer

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How to apply

Please review the Job Description for more information on this role, applications are received through our recruitment portal by way of CV and Covering Letter.

We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, recognising that diverse perspectives drive innovation and success. Our commitment to inclusivity ensures that everyone, regardless of race, gender, or other characteristics, is valued and welcomed to contribute to our dynamic team.

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