Payroll & Benefits Manager

Michael Page (UK); City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Manager in London, responsible for managing multi-country payrolls and UK benefits schemes. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in payroll management, a deep understanding of UK benefits, and strong leadership capabilities. This permanent role offers a competitive salary between £70,000 to £80,000 per annum, along with a comprehensive benefits package. Join a reputable organization within the transport and distribution sector.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Permanent position in a reputable organization

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a payroll manager role.
• Strong leadership and coaching abilities.
• Ability to prioritize and troubleshoot issues.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multi-country payrolls ensuring compliance.
• Manage UK benefits schemes and annual renewals.
• Lead a team of payroll professionals.
• Handle DC pension administration and regulatory deadlines.
• Maintain vendor relationships for outsourced payroll services.
• Review and approve payroll processing activities.
• Coordinate share vesting and benefit communications.
• Monitor costs and provide reports to Accounts.

Skills

Multi-country payroll management

Knowledge of UK benefits and DC pensions

Vendor management

Payroll systems proficiency

Advanced Excel skills

Team leadership

Analytical skills

Deadline management

Tools

ResourceLink

Job description

• opportunity to manage complex payroll and benefits operations globally
• Work for a market-leading company,

About Our Client

The employer is a well-established organisation within the transport industry. They are a large organisation with a strong presence in their sector, offering structured processes and a professional working environment

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Oversee multi-country payrolls and ensure compliance.
• Manage UK benefits schemes and annual renewals.
• Lead and coach a team of three payroll professionals.
• Handle DC pension administration and regulatory deadlines.
• Maintain vendor relationships for outsourced payroll services.
• Review and approve payroll processing and year-end activities.
• Coordinate share vesting and benefit communications.
• Monitor costs, invoices, and provide reports to Accounts.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Payroll & Benefits Manager should have:

• Proven experience managing multi-country payrolls.
• Strong knowledge of UK benefits and DC pensions.
• Skilled in vendor management and outsourced payroll.
• Proficient in payroll systems (ResourceLink preferred).
• Advanced Excel and analytical skills.
• 5+ years in a payroll manager role.
• Strong leadership and team coaching abilities.
• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and troubleshoot issues.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary range of £70,000 to £80,000 per annum.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Permanent position based in London.
• Opportunity to work within a reputable organisation in the transport and distribution sector.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Payroll & Benefits Manager, we encourage you to apply today!