Senior Payroll Manager - Multi-Site Hospitality

Harbour Hotels; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group based in Christchurch is seeking a Payroll Manager to oversee the end-to-end payroll function across multiple hotel sites. This role involves managing complex payrolls, ensuring compliance with UK regulations, and improving payroll systems. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in payroll management, excellent communication skills, and knowledge of UK payroll legislation. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Discounts across hotels, spas, restaurants, and bars

Career progression pathways

Supportive leadership

Team-oriented environment

Qualifications

• Experience managing payroll for a multi-site business is highly desirable.
• Experience in hospitality or leisure sector is a plus.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly payrolls for multiple hotel sites.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC and pension regulations.
• Build relationships with Hotel General Managers for payroll support.
• Oversee payroll year-end processes and identify improvements.
• Resolve pay and pension queries from staff.

Skills

UK payroll legislation knowledge

Analytical mindset

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to meet tight deadlines

Education

CIPP qualification or working towards

Tools

Payroll software (Fourth, MyExpenses)

Job description

A leading hospitality group based in Christchurch is seeking a Payroll Manager to oversee the end-to-end payroll function across multiple hotel sites. This role involves managing complex payrolls, ensuring compliance with UK regulations, and improving payroll systems. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in payroll management, excellent communication skills, and knowledge of UK payroll legislation. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.