Payroll Manager

THE GRADUATE PROJECT LIMITED; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group based in Central London is looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations. This 9-month fixed-term role involves managing payroll for a dynamic workforce, ensuring accuracy and compliance with UK payroll legislation. The ideal candidate will have strong Excel skills and excellent problem-solving abilities. This position offers a collaborative working environment and the opportunity to make an impact in a prestigious setting.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Collaborative environment

Opportunity to lead core function

Qualifications

• Experience managing payroll for a medium-to-large organisation, preferably in hospitality.
• In-depth knowledge of UK payroll legislation and statutory deductions.
• Strong Excel and system skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process monthly payroll for a multi-site workforce.
• Reconcile payroll data, pension submissions, and HMRC returns.
• Lead on audits, statutory reporting, and process improvements.

Skills

UK payroll legislation

Strong Excel skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Job description

Job Description

Role | Payroll Manager

Areas | Payroll, Compliance, Finance, People Operations

Based | Central London (Hybrid)

Offer | £55,000 - £65,000 (depending on experience)

Contract | 9-Month Fixed-Term (Potential to Extend)

We're partnering with a leading hospitality group that's seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee end-to-end payroll operations for a large, dynamic workforce.

In this role, you will:

• Manage and process monthly payroll for a multi-site workforce, ensuring 100% accuracy and compliance
• Reconcile payroll data, pension submissions, and HMRC returns
• Oversee service charge and gratuity distributions
• Lead on audits, statutory reporting, and process improvements
• Act as the key point of contact for payroll queries and internal stakeholders
• Provide insights and recommendations on pay trends, tax changes, and system enhancements
• Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Finance, and Operations to maintain data integrity

What they're looking for:

• Demonstrated experience managing payroll for a medium-to-large organisation (hospitality experience desirable but not essential)
• In-depth knowledge of UK payroll legislation, statutory deductions, and pension administration
• Strong Excel and system skills, with a keen eye for accuracy and detail
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
• A proactive, organised, and discreet professional able to manage confidential information with care

What's on offer:

• 9-month fixed-term contract, with scope to extend
• Hybrid working (Central London base)
• Collaborative and inclusive working environment
• Opportunity to lead a core operational function in a prestigious setting