Payroll Manage/Lead

Broster Buchanan; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Job summary

Broster Buchanan is seeking a Payroll Lead in Milton Keynes (hybrid) to oversee the monthly payroll, manage relationships with the external payroll provider, and ensure accurate reporting and compliance. The role requires strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, PAYE, NI and pensions, plus experience with payroll changes and attention to detail.

A CIPP qualification is advantageous. You will partner with HR and Finance to deliver timely payroll and statutory reporting, while seeking

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, PAYE, NI and pensions.
• Experience overseeing monthly payroll and liaising with external payroll providers.
• Ability to review and validate payroll calculations and signs-off on payroll.
• Experience handling payroll changes for starters, leavers, sickness and holiday adjustments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the monthly payroll process and ensure accurate calculations and employee data.
• Act as main liaison between HR and the external payroll provider to resolve issues.
• Review payroll information and take ownership of final payroll sign-off.
• Manage payroll changes including starters, leavers, sickness, holidays and variable pay.
• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting (P11Ds, P60s) and pension information.
• Produce accurate payroll and related reporting for the business.

Skills

Payroll management

UK payroll legislation

PAYE & NI knowledge

IR35 knowledge

External payroll bureau experience

Attention to detail

Stakeholder communication

Deadline management

Process improvement

Education

CIPP qualification (advantageous)

Job description

Payroll Manager/Lead
Milton Keynes Hybrid Working
£35,000 - £40,000 Plus Bonus

We are working with an established, forward-thinking organisation in Milton Keynes that is looking to appoint a Payroll Lead to oversee its monthly payroll function, manage key external relationships and take ownership of payroll reporting and compliance.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands-on, has strong attention to detail and is confident managing relationships with external providers, HR and internal stakeholders. You will take responsibility for overseeing the monthly payroll process, acting as the key link between HR and the external payroll provider to ensure accuracy, compliance and timely delivery.

Key responsibilities:

• Overseeing the monthly payroll process, ensuring all calculations, adjustments and employee information are accurate.
• Acting as the main point of contact between HR and the external payroll provider, managing the relationship and ensuring any issues are resolved effectively.
• Reviewing and validating payroll information, checking calculations and taking ownership of the final payroll sign-off process.
• Managing payroll changes including starters, leavers, sickness, holiday adjustments and variable pay.
• Taking ownership of statutory reporting, P11Ds, P60s and other relevant compliance requirements.
• Ensuring pension contributions, PAYE and National Insurance information is accurate and compliant.
• Managing and maintaining contractor information, supporting the administration and oversight of the contractor lifecycle.
• Overseeing contractor payment information, approvals and reconciliations, working closely with Finance and internal stakeholders.
• Building strong relationships with external providers and supporting improvements to existing payroll processes.
• Producing accurate payroll and people-related reporting to support the wider business.

Key requirements:

• Previous experience overseeing or managing a monthly payroll function.
• Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, PAYE, National Insurance and pensions.
• A working knowledge of IR35 legislation and off-payroll working considerations.
• Experience working with an external payroll bureau or managed payroll provider.
• Confidence reviewing, validating and checking payroll calculations.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to build relationships with external providers and internal stakeholders.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with a genuine willingness to improve processes.
• A CIPP qualification would also be advantageous but not essential