Payroll Operations Manager - UK & EMEA

TN United Kingdom; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Payroll Operations Manager to lead their payroll team in Chelmsford. This pivotal role involves managing daily payroll operations, ensuring compliance with legislation, and driving continuous improvement in payroll services. The ideal candidate will have strong transactional payroll experience, leadership skills, and a solid understanding of payroll systems. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a global organization while fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Income protection

Health plans

Volunteering days

Stock purchase plans

Qualifications

• Experience managing payroll operations and ensuring compliance.
• Strong understanding of payroll processes and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee UK & EMEA payroll operations and team performance.
• Ensure payroll compliance with GDPR and manage audits.

Skills

HR & Payroll systems

Transactional payroll experience

Leadership skills

Knowledge of FCA rules

Tools

Oracle

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26.04.2025

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Overview

Are you an experienced payroll professional looking for a challenging role within a global organisation? Look no further! We are currently seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual to join our Payroll Team at Gallagher Global Brokerage. As a Payroll Team Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of our payroll team, ensuring the delivery of exceptional UK & EMEA payroll services to Gallagher Global Brokerage and its subsidiaries. Your role will involve managing team performance, processing payroll, administering pensions and benefits, and handling all other payroll-related requirements. You will play a crucial role in providing high-quality service to internal and external stakeholders, contributing to the long-term development and continuous improvement of our payroll function.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Managing daily operations of the UK & EMEA payroll function, including work distribution and prioritization.
2. Implementing new payroll administration processes within UK & EMEA as needed.
3. Supporting strategic initiatives and projects, including Mergers & Acquisitions.
4. Ensuring team meets contractual and operational standards accurately and timely.
5. Managing team performance in line with Gallagher policies.
6. Ensuring payroll compliance with GDPR and data protection policies.
7. Overseeing monthly control, reconciliation, and audit processes.
8. Administering payments, statutory obligations, and audit responsibilities.
9. Managing pension administration, auto-enrolment, and benefits.
10. Testing and ensuring payroll system compliance with legislation.
11. Staying updated on payroll and taxation legislation impacting UK & EMEA.
12. Reviewing and updating procedures and documentation.
13. Maintaining stakeholder relationships, especially with HR Support.
14. Ensuring legal and regulatory compliance, aligning with Gallagher’s values.

About You

You should have:

• Experience with HR & Payroll systems, Oracle experience is a plus but not essential.
• Strong transactional payroll experience and understanding of payroll processes.
• Knowledge of FCA rules and banking methods.
• Leadership skills to manage and motivate a team.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package including at least 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, pension scheme, life insurance, income protection, health plans, and additional perks such as volunteering days, stock purchase plans, and more.