Head of Payroll Job Darlington area,England UK,Management

Head of Payroll Payroll Manager Senior Payroll Manager

Your new company
I am working with a leading Chartered Accountancy Practice with offices across Yorkshire and the North East.

Your new role
This is a newly created role due to the forthcoming retirement of the current incumbent. Managing a payroll team of 6, this Head of Payroll role isn't just about managing processes - it's about shaping the future of how the Practice manages payroll across the firm. You'll have the chance to influence strategy, introduce best practices, and make a real impact on how they support their clients and people.

What You'll Be Doing

Lead and develop our payroll function to deliver an exceptional experience for clients

Inspire, coach, and develop a high-performing payroll team

Develop and deliver a payroll strategy that supports the firm's goals

Drive improvements and efficiencies using modern systems and digital tools

Ensure compliance and governance while introducing innovative solutions

Act as a trusted advisor on payroll matters across the firm

What you'll need to succeed
It is essential that you have extensive experience of and are currently working within a high-volume multi-payroll bureau or practice environment.

You will have:

Proven experience in payroll leadership or senior payroll management

Strong understanding of payroll legislation and compliance

Ability to think strategically and deliver operational excellence

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Tech-savvy and comfortable with digital payroll systems

Knowledge of BACS processes and pension scheme complexities.

What you'll get in return
Benefits include:

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Flexible working (4 day week considered)
Hybrid working post-probation
Darlingon based, you have the option to work one day a week from one of their other Yorkshire/North East offices
25 days holiday plus BH
Death in Service
Enhanced Pension
Multi-benefit additional benefits such as shopping vouchers, eye care, dental care

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #


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