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Job summary
A well-established manufacturing business in Derby is seeking a Payroll Manager to oversee payroll for around 1,000 employees. The ideal candidate will manage the end-to-end payroll process, support a dedicated team, and ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £50,000 and a hybrid working model requiring 2-3 days on-site. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys taking ownership of payroll processes in a supportive environment.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Proven experience in a payroll management role.
- Good working knowledge of SAP payroll systems (essential).
- Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation, pensions, and statutory processes.
- Organised, detail-focused, and happy taking ownership.
Responsibilities
- Running the end-to-end payroll process for all employees.
- Supporting and guiding a dedicated payroll team.
- Acting as the go-to person for payroll queries and advice.
- Liaising with HR and Finance teams to ensure smooth payroll operations.
- Keeping up to date with payroll legislation and compliance.
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Job Title: Payroll Manager
Salary: £50,000 Per annum
Location: Derby (Hybrid - 2-3 days on-site)
Industry: Manufacturing
We're looking for an experienced and confident Payroll Manager to join a well-established manufacturing business in Derby. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working independently, takes pride in running a smooth and accurate payroll, and wants to be a trusted expert within the business.
You’ll be responsible for overseeing payroll for around 1,000 employees, supported by a knowledgeable and capable team. With a hybrid working setup and a welcoming culture, this is the ideal role for someone looking to take full ownership of payroll.
- Running the end-to-end payroll process (weekly and monthly) for all employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Supporting, guiding, and working closely with a dedicated payroll team.
- Acting as the go-to person for payroll queries and advice across the business.
- Working with SAP to maintain accurate payroll records and reports.
- Liaising with HR and Finance teams to ensure smooth payroll operations.
- Leading on small projects to improve processes and implement updates when needed.
- Keeping up to date with payroll legislation and making sure everything stays compliant.
- Proven experience in a payroll management role
- Comfortable working independently and managing a regular payroll cycle.
- Good working knowledge of SAP payroll systems (essential).
- Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation, pensions, and statutory processes.
- A friendly, approachable attitude and the ability to communicate clearly with colleagues at all levels.
- Organised, detail-focused, and happy taking ownership.
- CIPP qualification or similar
- Experience working with unionised or multi-site teams
- Competitive salary - up to £50,000
- Hybrid working - 2-3 days on-site each week
- Company pension scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Supportive, down-to-earth working environment
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we’re happy to discuss flexible working options.
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