UK & ROI Payroll Leader - Drive Compliance & Impact

Primark Stores Limited; Reading; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a UK & ROI Payroll Manager to lead payroll delivery for a large workforce. The role includes managing regulatory compliance and mentoring payroll professionals. Ideal candidates will have extensive payroll expertise, a strong understanding of payroll legislation, and leadership skills. The position offers a supportive team environment and a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare and potential bonuses.

Benefits

Healthcare

Pension

27 days of leave

Potential bonus

Tax Saver Tickets

Fitness centre access

Subsidised cafeteria

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing payroll operations for 5,000+ employees.
• Understanding of UK & Irish payroll legislation and compliance.
• Strong leadership skills in managing payroll teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end payroll delivery for UK, NI, and ROI.
• Manage statutory obligations and ensure compliance.
• Mentor and develop a team of payroll professionals.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for payroll queries.

Skills

Extensive Payroll Expertise

Legislative Knowledge

Leadership & Team Development

Stakeholder & Communication Skills

Technical Proficiency

Professional Certification

Education

CIPP/IPASS qualification

Tools

SAP EC

Oracle

Workday

ADP

MegaPay

Excel

UKG WFM Pro

Job description

A leading retail company is seeking a UK & ROI Payroll Manager to lead payroll delivery for a large workforce. The role includes managing regulatory compliance and mentoring payroll professionals. Ideal candidates will have extensive payroll expertise, a strong understanding of payroll legislation, and leadership skills. The position offers a supportive team environment and a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare and potential bonuses.