Payment Team Leader

CMR Jobs Limited; Eccleston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading payroll solutions provider in Eccleston is seeking a Payment Team Leader to manage the payment team and ensure accurate processing of payroll and invoices. The ideal candidate will have previous managerial experience, strong organizational skills, and excellent attention to detail. The role offers benefits like private medical insurance and 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Health & wellbeing programme

Company pension

Cycle-to-work scheme

Free on-site parking

Regular team socials

Qualifications

• Experience in a managerial or team leader role within payroll, finance, or operations.
• Strong attention to detail, especially with numbers and data accuracy.
• Ability to communicate effectively and lead a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the payment team.
• Manage daily operations and resource allocation.
• Oversee the processing of payroll and invoices.

Skills

Managerial experience in payroll

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Job description

Chester | Full-time, Permanent | Salary: DOE

We're working with a leading Umbrella payroll solutions provider that's looking for a Payment Team Leader to join their growing operation in Chester.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll be responsible for keeping the payment team running smoothly — managing day-to-day workflows, supporting your team's development, and making sure payments are processed accurately, on time, and in full compliance.

What you'll be doing

• Lead and motivate the payment team to deliver efficient, compliant, and high-quality work.
• Manage daily operations — allocate resources, set priorities, and keep to deadlines.
• Run team meetings to share goals, feedback, and best practices.
• Oversee processing of invoices, subcontractor and employee timesheets, and payroll.
• Act as a go-to point for queries, ensuring smooth communication with clients and internal departments.
• Identify training needs and provide coaching and development support.
• Monitor performance, conduct regular reviews, and promote continuous improvement.
• Liaise with Finance and Operations to support audits, resolve discrepancies, and recover outstanding payments.
• Handle client queries around payroll, tax, and payments professionally and efficiently.

What we're looking for

• Previous experience in a managerial or team leader role within payroll, finance, or operations.
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Strong attention to detail — especially with numbers and data accuracy.
• Confident communicator with great people skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and comfortable using digital systems.
• A team player who thrives under pressure and leads by example.

What's on offer

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Company pension
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Regular team socials and quarterly events

The culture

• Above & Beyond - they don't just get the job done; they do it right.
• Curious & Capable - they embrace change and continuous improvement.
• Collaborative & Kind - they celebrate team success and communicate with respect.
• Say & Do - they take ownership, keep promises, and lead by example.

If you're an experienced people leader who loves improving processes, supporting teams, and keeping things running smoothly, this could be your next big move