Payroll Deputy Manager: SAP, Compliance & Team Leadership

MAG (Airports Group); Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airport operator in the UK is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to ensure accurate payroll delivery while managing a team. This role requires at least two years of Group Payroll management experience in a large corporate environment, with a strong grasp of legislative compliance and SAP. The ideal candidate will demonstrate discretion and confidentiality in handling payroll matters. The company values diversity and inclusion in their hiring practices, and offers a flexible working environment along with various employee benefits.

Benefits

Generous pension plan

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Free parking

Subsidised public transport

Company discounts

2 volunteering days per year

Free Virtual GP service

Care Concierge service

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of Group Payroll management experience in a large complex business.
• Demonstrable awareness of trust, discretion, and maintaining confidentiality.
• Experience in system transformation and onboarding of new payrolls.

Responsibilities

• Deputise for the Payroll Manager ensuring accurate delivery of Payroll Function.
• Manage and mentor the Payroll team, handling complex payroll issues.
• Support delivery of key business-wide and departmental projects.

Skills

Group Payroll management experience

Legislative compliance

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Experience with SAP

Strong communication skills

Education

Relevant payroll qualification (e.g. CIPP)

Tools

SAP

Job description

A leading airport operator in the UK is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to ensure accurate payroll delivery while managing a team. This role requires at least two years of Group Payroll management experience in a large corporate environment, with a strong grasp of legislative compliance and SAP. The ideal candidate will demonstrate discretion and confidentiality in handling payroll matters. The company values diversity and inclusion in their hiring practices, and offers a flexible working environment along with various employee benefits.