Payroll Executive / Payroll Senior

Headway Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency in Leeds is seeking a Payroll Executive or Payroll Senior to manage payroll for a diverse range of clients. This role offers a competitive salary of £28,000 - £33,000, 23-26 days holiday, and numerous benefits such as a health cash plan and flexible working arrangements. Ideal candidates will have payroll experience and a strong understanding of UK payroll legislation.

Benefits

23-26 days holiday + bank holidays

Health cash plan

Aegon pension scheme

Gym membership

Agile working

Company bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Previous payroll experience, preferably in a payroll bureau environment.
• Skilled at managing multiple payrolls under tight deadlines.
• Team-oriented and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for various clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Manage all aspects of payroll from starters to leavers.
• Support and mentor junior team members as a Payroll Senior.

Skills

Payroll processing

Understanding of UK payroll legislation

Client communication

Education

CIPP qualification (a plus)

Tools

Payroll systems (Sage 50)

Job description

Overview

Payroll Executive / Payroll Senior - Leeds (LS1)

Full Time Permanent 37.5 hours per week

Salary: £28,000 - £33,000 DOE

Are you looking to take your payroll career to the next level? Whether you\'re currently a Payroll Executive ready to step up, or already established as a Payroll Senior seeking a fresh challenge, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking team in a growing payroll bureau.

As a Payroll Executive or Payroll Senior, you\'ll work with a diverse portfolio of clients, managing the full end-to-end payroll process and ensuring accuracy, compliance, and excellent service delivery. You\'ll play a key role in a supportive team where development and progression are genuinely encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Processing multiple client payrolls on different pay frequencies as a Payroll Executive or Payroll Senior
• Handling starters, leavers, statutory payments, P45s, P46s and P60s
• Submitting RTI reports to HMRC and generating BACS payments
• Managing auto-enrolment pensions, liaising with providers, and supporting compliance
• Assisting with CIS submissions and setting up new payroll clients
• Dealing with payroll queries from clients and employees
• As a Payroll Senior, you may also support and mentor junior team members

Qualifications

• Previous payroll experience (payroll bureau background desirable)
• Comfortable running multiple payrolls to tight deadlines
• Knowledge of payroll systems (Sage 50 experience advantageous)
• Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation & auto enrolment
• CIPP qualification (a plus, but not essential)
• Able to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Salary £28,000 - £33,000, depending on whether you join as a Payroll Executive or Payroll Senior
• 23-26 days holiday + bank holidays, plus your birthday off
• Flexible bank holidays
• Health cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme & Group Life Assurance
• Aegon pension scheme with salary sacrifice options
• Additional benefits including EV car scheme, gym membership, cycle to work & tech benefits
• Agile working & company bonus scheme
• Regular social events and professional development opportunities

If you\'re an ambitious Payroll Executive eager to step up, or an experienced Payroll Senior looking for a new opportunity, we\'d love to hear from you.