Payroll Process Improvement Manager

Barclays UK; Northampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial institution is seeking a Payroll Process Improvement Manager in Northampton to enhance payroll operations across the UK and Crown Dependencies. This role involves leading process improvement initiatives, analysing payroll data for compliance, and collaborating with Payroll Subject Matter Experts to implement solutions. Ideal candidates have strong analytical skills, experience with payroll systems like Workday and ServiceNow, and a thorough understanding of UK payroll legislation. The position offers an opportunity to play a key role in shaping payroll delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience leading payroll process improvements in a large organisation.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret payroll data and ensure compliance.
• Hands-on experience with payroll systems like Workday and ServiceNow.

Responsibilities

• Lead process improvement initiatives across payrolls.
• Analyse payroll data for compliance.
• Collaborate with Payroll SMEs to implement solutions.

Skills

Leading payroll process improvement initiatives

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Knowledge of UK payroll legislation

Tools

Workday

ServiceNow

Job description

Payroll Process Improvement Manager

Join Barclays, a trusted global financial institution, as a Payroll Process Improvement Manager. This is a unique opportunity to lead strategic initiatives that further enhance payroll operations across the UK and Crown Dependencies. You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of payroll delivery and driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead process improvement initiatives across UK and Crown Dependency payrolls, identifying and resolving inefficiencies.
• Analyse historical payroll data, as part of our robust QA approach to ensure ongoing compliance; this includes National Minimum Wage.
• Collaborate with Payroll SMEs and Change teams to implement sustainable solutions and mitigate compliance risks.
• Enhance system functionality within Workday and ServiceNow, streamlining workflows and further reducing the risk of duplicate payments.
• Influence senior stakeholders and embed a culture of continuous improvement across the payroll function.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in leading payroll process improvement initiatives within a large, complex organisation.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret payroll data, identify risks and ensure ongoing compliance.
• Hands‑on experience with payroll systems such as Workday and ServiceNow.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with a track record of driving change.
• In‑depth knowledge of UK payroll legislation and policy.

Your position will be located in Northampton.