Payroll Team Leader

Portfolio Payroll Limited; Barnard Castle; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected organization in the manufacturing sector is hiring a Payroll Team Leader on a full-time, permanent basis. The role involves ensuring accurate payroll services, team leadership, and collaboration with management to optimize processes. Candidates should possess strong leadership qualities and understanding of payroll regulations.

Benefits

Salary up to £36,000 DOE

Hybrid working 2 days in the office

24 days holidays plus banks

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Experience leading and developing a team.
• Strong understanding of pension regulations and GDPR.

Responsibilities

• Ensure delivery of accurate and timely payroll services.
• Oversee audit processes and lead payroll reviews.
• Provide leadership and coaching to payroll team.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to Detail

Communication

Job description

Portfolio Payroll is collaborating with a well-established organisation in the manufacturing sector to recruit a Payroll Team leader on a full-time, permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Team lead to join a respected organisation who is rewarding and supportive.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the team delivers accurate and timely payroll services in line with statutory requirements and internal Equans procedures.
• Oversee audit processes for the payroll function, ensuring all checks and sign-offs are completed on schedule each month.
• Lead on payroll process reviews and improvements, working with the Payroll Manager and HR Operations to identify and implement more efficient ways of working.
• Keep process documentation and standard operating procedures up to date, ensuring they reflect current practices and incorporate stakeholder feedback.
• Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and support to the payroll team, driving high performance against KPIs and service level expectations.
• Mentor team members by offering regular feedback, identifying development areas, and stepping in with hands-on support when needed.
• Plan and organise team workflows throughout the year, ensuring resources are aligned to peak periods and business demands.
• Build strong working relationships across the Shared Services and Leadership teams to support seamless end-to-end service delivery.
• Collaborate with SAP technical teams to support system changes, validate data integrity, and ensure payroll configuration meets operational needs.
• Step in for the Payroll Manager when necessary, ensuring continuity of leadership and service delivery.

Desirable skills and attributes:

• Previous experience in leading and developing a team
• Strong understanding of pension regulations and reporting requirements
• Strong understanding of GDPR
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills
• Able to work independently and collaboratively

What's on offer:

• Salary up to 36,000 DOE
• Hybrid working 2 days in the office
• 24 days holidays plus banks
• Flexible working hours
• Many more

If this sounds like your next best opportunity, apply directly or call on (phone number removed) and ask for Lidya to discuss the role further.

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