Payroll Manager

Wade Macdonald; Greater London; On-site; GBP 27,552 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday (pro rata)

Contributory pension

Life insurance

Private medical cover

Staff purchase schemes

Regular team initiatives

Ongoing training and career development opportunities

Job summary

A well-established organisation in the UK is seeking a Payroll Manager to oversee end-to-end payroll function for two entities. This part-time role (30 hours) offers £20-£25 per hour and requires managing payroll processes with expertise in Workday and UK payroll legislation. The successful candidate will enjoy a supportive work environment with benefits like 25 days’ holiday (pro rata), contributory pension, life insurance, and private medical cover along with training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing payroll processes.
• Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation.
• Experience with Workday is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and deliver end-to-end payroll function across two UK entities.
• Manage two monthly payrolls from initial data collection to BACS submission.
• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation and internal policies.

Skills

Payroll management

Workday

Excellent Excel skills

Strong communication skills

Detail-oriented

Organisational skills

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Payroll Manager (Part-Time 30 Hours) £20-£25 per hour - Hayes (Office-Based) - Temp to Perm

Our client operates within the Retail sector and is a well-established organisation with a strong presence across the UK and internationally. With both direct-to-consumer and retail partnership channels, they are part of a larger global group.

Their culture is rooted in respect, integrity, and a commitment to excellence in everything they do. Employees are collaborative, personable and professional, working in an environment where teamwork and high standards are valued.

About the Job

This is a key position responsible for overseeing and delivering the end-to-end payroll function across two UK entities. Working closely with both Finance and HR, you will act as the primary point of contact for all payroll-related matters, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely processing.

Duties will include:

• Managing two monthly payrolls from initial data collection through to BACS submission
• Maintaining and updating payroll systems, ensuring all employee data is accurate and up to date
• Calculating pay including variable elements such as commission, bonuses, share schemes and benefits
• Handling payroll queries from employees and management in a timely and professional manner
• Ensuring compliance with payroll legislation and internal policies
• Investigating and resolving discrepancies relating to timesheets, incentives and payroll records
• Acting as the main liaison with HMRC
• Producing payroll reports for management and audit purposes
• Preparing statutory documentation including P11D, P60 and P45 forms
• Supporting payroll-related audit requirements
• Maintaining strict confidentiality of payroll information

About the Successful Applicant

The successful candidate will have proven experience managing payroll processes, with essential experience using Workday. A strong understanding of UK payroll legislation is required, alongside excellent Excel and MS Office skills. You will be highly organised, detail-oriented and commercially aware, with strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. A proactive, solution-focused mindset is essential.

What You Will Receive in Return

You will join a respected organisation offering a supportive and professional working environment. Benefits include 25 days’ holiday (pro rata), contributory pension, life insurance and private medical cover. Additional perks include staff purchase schemes, regular team initiatives and ongoing training and career development opportunities, all within a collaborative and well-established team.