Payroll Lead (FTC) — Multi-Scheme Payroll & Benefits

Alexander Lloyd; South Shields; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexander Lloyd are partnering with a rapidly expanding technology business to recruit a Payroll Manager on a 12-month FTC. The role covers leading the group payroll, four payrolls and multiple pension schemes, with a direct report and two office days per week in the UK.

The candidate will drive payroll compliance, salary sacrifice schemes and annual HR payroll processes. The successful applicant will have CIPP or equivalent qualification, extensive payroll experience for large workforces and

Qualifications

• CIPP qualified or equivalent experience (QBE).
• Extensive payroll experience for 500–1200 employees.
• Hands-on with PAYE, P11Ds and BIC reporting.
• Notice period up to 1 month maximum.
• Able to attend the office 2 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the group payroll function to deliver accurate, timely and compliant payroll services.
• Manage four payrolls, multiple pension schemes and payroll-related benefits and compliance.
• Coach and develop the Payroll & Benefits Officer and manage workloads.
• Ensure PAYE, National Insurance, pension legislation and HMRC obligations are met.
• Oversee year-end activities including P60s, P11Ds and benefits in kind reporting.
• Administer salary sacrifice and other employee benefits effectively.

Skills

CIPP Qualified or QBE

Payroll management experience

PAYE & P11Ds

Pension administration awareness

Office presence 2 days/week

Job description

Alexander Lloyd are partnering with a rapidly expanding technology business to recruit a Payroll Manager on a 12-month FTC. The role covers leading the group payroll, four payrolls and multiple pension schemes, with a direct report and two office days per week in the UK.

The candidate will drive payroll compliance, salary sacrifice schemes and annual HR payroll processes. The successful applicant will have CIPP or equivalent qualification, extensive payroll experience for large workforces and