Payroll Supervisor

Alexander Daniels Finance Recruitment; Leicester; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Payroll Supervisor for a global manufacturing client in Leicester. This full-time role involves managing payroll operations for over 400 employees and ensuring compliance with payroll legislation. The ideal candidate will have 2–3 years of payroll experience, excellent Excel skills, and a proactive mindset. Joining this team offers competitive salary up to £40,000 with benefits in a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years’ experience in a payroll role.
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance.
• Excellent IT skills, particularly in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly and monthly payroll for over 400 employees.
• Manage time and attendance systems, starters, leavers, and transfers.
• Administer salary changes and benefits schemes.

Skills

Payroll management

Excel skills

Knowledge of payroll legislation

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Are you a payroll professional ready to take the next step in your career? Alexander Daniels is proud to be working with a leading global manufacturer to recruit a Payroll Supervisor for their Leicester site. This is your chance to join a forward-thinking business where precision and efficiency are at the heart of everything they do.

The Role

As Payroll Supervisor, you’ll play a key role in ensuring payroll operations run smoothly and accurately. You’ll be part of an experienced team, managing both weekly and monthly payroll cycles and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Process weekly and monthly payroll for over 400 employees, meeting strict deadlines.
• Manage time and attendance systems, starters, leavers, and transfers.
• Administer salary changes, benefits schemes (including childcare vouchers and share schemes), and statutory reporting.
• Perform manual calculations for tax, NI, and other deductions when required.
• Support pension payroll, auto‑enrolment, and year‑end processes.
• Act as a key point of contact for payroll queries, ensuring timely and accurate resolutions.
• Assist in streamlining payroll processes and driving efficiency.

What We’re Looking For

• 2–3 years’ experience in a payroll role (essential).
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance.
• Excellent Excel and IT skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and use initiative.
• A proactive mindset with a keen eye for detail.

Why Apply?

• Competitive salary of up to £40,000 plus benefits.
• Join a global leader in manufacturing with a reputation for excellence.
• Work in a supportive, collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your payroll career, apply today through Alexander Daniels and be part of something exceptional.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Human Resources and Finance

Industries

Manufacturing