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Payroll Project Lead

Job in Basildon, Essex County, SS14, England, UK
Listing for: Hays
Contract position
Listed on 2026-06-09
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    IT Project Manager, Business Systems/ Tech Analyst
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 55000 - 62000 GBP Yearly GBP 55000.00 62000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Payoll Project Lead Payroll Project Lead 12-18 month FTC Central London Hybrid working £55-62k per annum Our client is seeking an experienced Payroll Project Lead to join their busy team on a contract basis Duties include;
Lead and manage multiple payroll transformation projects, including digitisation, system improvements, and process optimisation Oversee and develop the Analytics Team, ensuring effective delivery and performance Plan, coordinate, and monitor project timelines, resources, risks, and deliverables using Agile methodology Act as the main escalation point, resolving project issues and ensuring successful outcomes Support system configuration, testing (UAT), and implementation of payroll solutions Produce reporting, analysis, and documentation (process maps, workflows, specifications) to support decision-making Drive continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with payroll legislation, GDPR, and audit requirements Engage and communicate with key stakeholders across Payroll, HR, Finance, IT, and external partners You will have;
Extensive payroll expertise with strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, RTI, statutory payments, and pensions Proven project leadership experience delivering payroll transformation, system upgrades, and process improvements Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights Experience managing and developing teams in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment Skilled in payroll system configuration, testing (UAT), and implementation Excellent stakeholder management with the ability to influence across HR, Finance, IT, and senior leadership Strong planning and organisational skills, able to manage multiple projects and competing priorities High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy, governance, and risk management Confident communicator, able to simplify complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences Proactive, innovative, and continuous improvement mindset Strong understanding of GDPR, data protection, and audit compliance If you have all of the above, can commit to a long term contract and be available immediately to interview and start a new role, then please apply now.

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