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Payroll Manager

Service Care Solutions Ltd

Cardiff

Hybrid

GBP 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations in a dynamic environment. This role involves leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance with payroll legislation, and driving improvements in payroll processes. You will play a crucial role in managing complex payroll scenarios, collaborating with HR and finance teams, and contributing to strategic discussions. If you have a passion for payroll management and a desire to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to service excellence and employee satisfaction.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience managing payroll in a complex organisation.
  • In-depth knowledge of payroll legislation and employee benefits.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the payroll team ensuring service excellence.
  • Oversee accurate and timely payroll processing for all staff.
  • Collaborate with HR and finance teams on data management.

Skills

Payroll Management
Payroll Legislation Knowledge
Team Leadership
Data Management
Process Improvement

Job description

Service Care Solutions are working alongside a Local Authority in Cardiff who are looking for a talented Payroll Manager to join their team on a temporary contract. Please find a description of the role below.

Role: Payroll Manager.
Salary: £22.65 – 26.52 per hour (PAYE) £25-£29.79 per hour (Umbrella)
Working: Hybrid.
Location: Cardiff.
Contract: 3 months ongoing.

Role Overview:

  • Proven experience managing payroll in a complex organisation.
  • In-depth knowledge of payroll legislation, pensions, and employee benefits.
  • Lead and manage the payroll team, ensuring service excellence.
  • Oversee accurate and timely payroll processing for all staff.
  • Act as payroll lead on new system implementations and process changes.
  • Work with HR and recruitment teams to ensure accurate onboarding and pay setup.
  • Provide expertise on complex pay areas (e.g. multiple jobs, leave, maternity, sickness, pensions, AVCs, leavers).
  • Collaborate with HR, pensions, and finance teams on system and data management.
  • Drive service improvements, automation, and modernisation of payroll operations.
  • Lead on pension auto-enrolment and payroll-related audits.
  • Produce regular payroll reports for internal use.
  • Contribute to HR leadership discussions and strategy.
  • Play a key role in HR projects involving pay and data integration.

If you are interested in the role, or know anyone who may be, please contact Marc at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email marc.facer@servicecare.org.uk.

If you have any questions or queries, please don’t hesitate to ask.

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