UK Payroll Manager

Sedgwick; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading risk and claims administration partner in London is seeking a meticulous Payroll Manager to oversee accurate payroll operations and enhance efficiency. The role demands strong expertise in Workday Payroll and compliance with UK legislation. Ideal candidates possess a CIPP certification and are committed to data security and confidentiality. Join us to be a part of a meaningful mission that impacts the insurance landscape.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Self Invested Personal Pension Scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing UK payroll operations.
• Strong hands-on experience with Workday Payroll.
• In-depth understanding of UK payroll regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end UK payroll operations.
• Manage the relationship with our payroll provider.
• Drive Workday Payroll system optimisation.

Skills

Payroll Leadership

Workday Expertise

Legislative Knowledge

Vendor Management

Technical Proficiency

Clear Communication

Attention to Detail

Analytical Thinking

Project Experience

Adaptability

Confidentiality

Customer Focus

Collaborative Approach

Time Management

Education

CIPP certification

Relevant degree or diploma

Tools

Workday Payroll

Microsoft Excel

Job description

By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It’s what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there’s no limit to what you can achieve.

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UK Payroll Manager

Job Location: London

Job Type: Permanent

Remuneration : Competitive salary taking into account skills, experience and qualifications

We’re looking for a meticulous Payroll Manager to lead accurate and timely payroll operations for our UK team.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced UK Payroll Manager with deep Workday Payroll expertise to lead and enhance our payroll operations, driving precision, compliance, and continuous improvement.

In this pivotal role, you’ll oversee the end-to-end UK payroll process , ensuring timely and accurate payments in partnership with our provider. You’ll be the go-to expert for Workday Payroll , collaborating with HRIS to optimise system performance and drive efficiency.

As a leader, you’ll manage and develop a team of payroll professionals, fostering growth and excellence. You’ll ensure full compliance with UK legislation, including PAYE, NI, and statutory payments, while staying ahead of regulatory changes.

Your responsibilities will also include producing insightful payroll reports, managing year-end activities, and spearheading system upgrades and implementations. With a strong focus on stakeholder engagement and data security, you’ll play a key role in shaping a robust and responsive payroll function.

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead end-to-end UK payroll operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery.

• Manage the relationship with our payroll provider, Strada, to ensure seamless service.

• Act as the Workday Payroll expert, driving system optimisation and troubleshooting.

• Develop and lead a high-performing payroll team, fostering growth and excellence.

• Ensure full compliance with UK payroll legislation and company policies.

• Produce and present payroll reports and analytics to senior stakeholders.

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and employee experience.

• Serve as the main point of contact for payroll-related queries across the business.

• Oversee year-end activities including P60s, P11Ds, P45s, and HMRC submissions.

• Lead Workday Payroll system upgrades and implementation projects.

• Uphold the highest standards of data security and confidentiality in line with GDPR.

The skills you will have when you apply:

• Payroll Leadership: Proven experience managing UK payroll operations.

• Workday Expertise: Strong hands-on experience with Workday Payroll, including system optimisation and troubleshooting.

• Legislative Knowledge: In-depth understanding of UK payroll regulations, including PAYE, NI, pensions, and statutory payments.

• Professional Qualifications: CIPP certification (or equivalent) highly desirable, alongside a relevant degree or diploma.

• Vendor Management: Experience working with third-party payroll providers.

• Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with HRIS/ERP integrations.

• Clear Communication: Ability to explain complex payroll matters clearly to non-specialists.

• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy when working with large volumes of data.

• Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.

• Project Experience: Background in payroll or HRIS implementation and upgrade projects.

• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.

• Confidentiality: Commitment to handling sensitive data securely and in line with GDPR.

• Customer Focus: Dedicated to delivering excellent service to internal and external stakeholders.

• Collaborative Approach: Skilled at building strong cross-functional relationships.

• Time Management: Effective at prioritising tasks and meeting deadlines, especially during peak periods.

What we’ll give you for this role:

Remuneration & more

• Competitive salary taking into account skills, experience and qualifications

• A Self Invested Personal Pension Scheme (SIPP)

• Holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays

• Flexible working from our office or your home

Health & support

• Private healthcare plan (including pre-existing conditions)

• Life assurance

• Group Income Protection

Other benefits

• Voluntary benefits – dental cover, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan, wellbeing and digital GP applications

• Employee assistance programme for employee wellbeing

• Discounts on various products and services

This isn't just a position, it's a pivotal role in shaping our industry

At Sedgwick, not only will you be working behind the scenes for some of the UK's most trusted insurance brands helping to resolve millions of claims every year, you'll also be an architect of tomorrow's insurance landscape with Sedgwick University. Our proprietary offering is the most comprehensive training and development program in the industry with more than 15,000 courses on demand, training specific to roles, and opportunities to continue your formal education – all available to you starting from your very first day.

You'll join a community passionate about making a difference, where every role contributes to a larger mission; protecting people and businesses. This isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to shape the future of insurance.

Next steps for you:

Think we'd be a great match? Apply now – we want to hear from you.

If you’re unsure whether you have all the skills needed then do apply – we are looking for all backgrounds from seasoned professionals to those returning to the workforce, and everyone in-between.

Not only that, we are proud to have a zero tolerance policy towards discrimination of any kind regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital/ family status, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation.

After the closing date we will review all applications and may select some applicants for an interview (which may be virtual, or in-person).

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Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Sedgwick retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

Sedgwick is the world’s leading risk and claims administration partner, which helps clients thrive by navigating the unexpected. The company’s expertise, combined with the most advanced AI-enabled technology available, sets the standard for solutions in claims administration, loss adjusting, benefits administration, and product recall. With over 33,000 colleagues and 10,000 clients across 80 countries, Sedgwick provides unmatched perspective, caring that counts, and solutions for the rapidly changing and complex risk landscape. For more, see sedgwick.com