Senior Payroll Officer

Network Plus; Worsley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Plus is seeking a Senior Payroll Officer for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will manage payroll operations, ensuring compliance with UK legislation, and lead TUPE activities. Ideal for those experienced in utilities and construction payroll, this role offers competitive salary and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven record in managing TUPE payroll.
• Experience with payroll systems and regulatory compliance.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for various employee groups.
• Coordinate TUPE-related payroll activities.
• Ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation.

Skills

TUPE knowledge

Advanced Excel

Payroll compliance

Communication

Process optimisation

Education

Payroll qualification (CIPP desirable)

Tools

ADP

Sage

HRIS systems

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Description

We’re looking for a highly experienced and detail-oriented

This is a 12-month fixed term contract role.

• End-to-end processing of monthly payrolls and fortnightly for diverse employee groups, including site and office-based teams.
• Lead TUPE-related payroll activities—including onboarding transferred employees, maintaining employment terms, and liaising with incoming/outgoing parties.
• Support or lead the rollout of new payroll systems including data migration, testing, and training.
• Collaborate with IT and finance teams to streamline payroll processes and reporting.
• P11D and Year-End Reporting. Prepare and submit P11D forms for employee benefits and expenses in line with HMRC guidelines. Assist with year-end processes including reconciliation, audit support and statutory reporting.
• Maintain comprehensive payroll records and documentation, particularly relating to TUPE and regulatory audits.
• Generate payroll reports and analytics to support finance and operational leadership.
• Ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation, HMRC reporting, and industry-specific pay practices (e.g. travel and subsistence, shift patterns).
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and site managers during mobilisation and demobilisation phases of projects.
• Mentor junior payroll staff and provide strategic guidance on process optimisation.
  
  
  

Department: IT

Location: Worsley

Compensation: £30,000 - £35,000 / year

Description

We’re looking for a highly experienced and detail-oriented Senior Payroll Officer to manage and execute payroll operations within the fast-paced utilities and construction sectors. With a strong understanding of TUPE legislation and complex payroll system implementations, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring accuracy, compliance, and seamless transitions during mergers, acquisitions, and organisational changes. This is a 12-month fixed term contract role.


Key Responsibilities

• End-to-end processing of monthly payrolls and fortnightly for diverse employee groups, including site and office-based teams.
• Lead TUPE-related payroll activities—including onboarding transferred employees, maintaining employment terms, and liaising with incoming/outgoing parties.
• Support or lead the rollout of new payroll systems including data migration, testing, and training.
• Collaborate with IT and finance teams to streamline payroll processes and reporting.
• P11D and Year-End Reporting. Prepare and submit P11D forms for employee benefits and expenses in line with HMRC guidelines. Assist with year-end processes including reconciliation, audit support and statutory reporting.
• Maintain comprehensive payroll records and documentation, particularly relating to TUPE and regulatory audits.
• Generate payroll reports and analytics to support finance and operational leadership.
• Ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation, HMRC reporting, and industry-specific pay practices (e.g. travel and subsistence, shift patterns).
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and site managers during mobilisation and demobilisation phases of projects.
• Mentor junior payroll staff and provide strategic guidance on process optimisation.
  
  
  

Experience and Qualifications

• Payroll qualification or equivalent experience (CIPP highly desirable).
• Proven track record in TUPE payroll handling within utilities and/or construction environments (Desirable, not essential).
• Experience with payroll systems (e.g. ADP, PeopleHub, Sage) and time management tools.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment and tax legislation.
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial and HRIS systems.
• Confident communicator with a proactive and solution-oriented approach.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience managing multi-site, project-based payrolls.
• Understanding of CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) and contractor compliance.
• Skilled in managing complex organisational transitions involving multiple stakeholders.
• Passion for digital payroll transformation and compliance excellence.
  
  
  

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.

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