Payroll Team Leader – 12 month FTC

Defour Partnership Ltd; Widnes; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading charity as a Payroll Team Leader on a 12-month Fixed Term Contract in Widnes. Oversee a team and manage payroll processes in a fast-paced environment, contributing to the charity's growth while enjoying benefits like flexibility and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Retail discounts

Holiday discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Travel discounts

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience as a Payroll Team Leader.
• Solid foundation in payroll knowledge.
• Proficient in Excel, including Vlookups and data manipulation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure daily payroll processes are completed accurately and on time.
• Lead TUPE processes in conjunction with the Payroll Manager.
• Develop Payroll Officers through their career pathways.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Coaching

Education

CIPP qualification

Job description

Job Title: Payroll Team Leader – 12 month FTC, Widnes

Client: Defour Partnership Ltd

Location: Widnes, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: bfa60f795cfa

Job Views: 13

Posted: 17.06.2025

Expiry Date: 01.08.2025

Job Description

Defour Partnership is working closely with an award-winning National Social Care Charity to recruit a Payroll Team Leader for a 12-month Fixed Term Contract.

This role is ideal for someone seeking a challenge in a fast-paced, high-volume Payroll Department. The Payroll Team Leader will oversee a small team, manage daily payroll processes, contribute to the charity's growth strategy, and work with the Payroll Manager on TUPE transfers to ensure smooth transitions for colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure daily payroll processes are completed accurately and on time.
• Complete monthly payroll checks and reconciliations.
• Respond to escalated queries.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of the Payroll function by building relationships with stakeholders.
• Lead TUPE processes in conjunction with the Payroll Manager.
• Develop Payroll Officers through their career pathways.

Benefits

Flexibility to work full-time hours over 4 days for long weekends or 5 days to suit other commitments. Travel to regional head office in Widnes may be required; remote or home working options are available.

Salary up to £29,000 per annum plus benefits including retail discounts, holiday discounts, cycle to work scheme, and travel discounts via their benefits app.

Work for an award-winning charity committed to helping colleagues and those supported lead the best lives possible. Opportunities for career development, learning, and support through various programs and wellbeing initiatives.

Ideal Candidate

• At least 2 years' experience as a Payroll Team Leader.
• Solid foundation in payroll knowledge.
• Proficient in Excel, including Vlookups and data manipulation.
• CIPP qualification is desirable.
• Strong communication skills.
• Excellent at explaining concepts clearly.
• People person who builds relationships quickly.
• Enjoys coaching and supporting others.
• Seeks a varied role where no two days are the same.