UK Payroll Leader — Multi‑Site & Compliance

CR_85 CROWN Packaging Services EMEA Limited; Wantage; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Crown Holdings, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Payroll Manager to lead the UK payroll operation for about 1,100 employees across seven sites.

You will head a payroll team, ensure accurate, compliant and timely delivery, and collaborate with HR, Finance and external providers whilst driving continuous improvement. The role requires CIPP qualification, strong UK payroll knowledge, and a track record of managing multi-site payroll operations.

Qualifications

• CIPP qualification or equivalent payroll experience.
• Significant experience managing in-house payroll operations in a medium to large organisation.
• Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements.
• Experience leading and developing payroll teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of seven UK payrolls, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for approximately 1,100 employees.
• Manage end-to-end payroll operations including pensions, statutory payments, bonuses, salary reviews and year-end activities.
• Oversee payroll accounting activities, including journals, reconciliations and control accounts.
• Ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation, HMRC requirements and SOX controls.
• Act as the payroll expert for the organisation and lead payroll audits and relationships with auditors, HMRC and external providers.
• Drive payroll process improvements, system enhancements and automation initiatives.
• Develop and lead a high-performing payroll team with coaching and support.

Skills

CIPP

Team leadership

UK payroll compliance

SOX controls

Job description

Crown Holdings, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Payroll Manager to lead the UK payroll operation for about 1,100 employees across seven sites.

You will head a payroll team, ensure accurate, compliant and timely delivery, and collaborate with HR, Finance and external providers whilst driving continuous improvement. The role requires CIPP qualification, strong UK payroll knowledge, and a track record of managing multi-site payroll operations.