Payroll Manager

Belmont Recruitment; Chichester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Payroll Manager for West Sussex Council on a temporary contract of 3–6 months, which could transition to a permanent role. The position involves managing payroll and HR services, leading a team of approximately 30 staff, and enhancing service delivery through effective systems. Ideal candidates will have experience in payroll management and HR administration, and excellent leadership skills are necessary for success in this dynamic role. This is a hybrid position requiring some office attendance.

Qualifications

• Experience managing payroll processes and HR administration.
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing a team.
• Ability to address complex HR queries effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll and HR administration for all employees.
• Lead a team of around 30 staff to ensure efficient operations.
• Implement processes to enhance customer experience in service delivery.

Skills

Payroll management

HR administration

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Job description

Payroll Manager

West Sussex Council is offering an initial temporary contract of 3–6 months, with potential extension to a permanent position for the right candidate at a negotiable rate dependent on experience. The position is hybrid – 1 day office based.

Responsibilities

• The role is responsible for the day‑to‑day management of payroll and HR administration services for WSCC employees, managers, schools, and external partners.
• Lead a team of approximately 30 staff to deliver efficient and accurate payroll transactions across all areas of payroll and HR administration.
• Ensure all transactions are processed efficiently and that the team is appropriately skilled and supported to address complex pay, pension and HR queries from WSCC managers, employees, schools and external customers.
• Develop, design and implement compliant, efficient, and effective services and systems; oversee implementation activities to improve customer experience.
• Monitor performance, identify opportunities for continuous improvement in service delivery and manage day‑to‑day operations, setting targets, planning work and acting as a professional specialist in this field.

How to Apply

Send an up‑to‑date CV to the recruiter. For questions or to discuss the opportunity further, please contact the recruiter.