Payroll Manager

Payroll Manager

Central Bristol (Hybrid Working)

12-Month Fixed-Term Contract

Up to £45,000

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll Manager to join a successful organisation based in Central Bristol on a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.

This is a hands-on role responsible for the delivery of multiple UK payrolls for approximately 1,200 employees, while also managing and developing a payroll team member. Strong stakeholder management skills are essential, as you'll work closely with Finance, HR, employees and external providers to ensure an efficient and compliant payroll service.

• Manage the end-to-end processing of multiple UK payrolls
• Lead, support and develop a payroll team member
• Ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation, PAYE, NI, RTI and pension auto-enrolment
• Oversee payroll reconciliations, controls and audit requirements
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the business
• Produce payroll reports and support payroll-related projects
• Drive process improvements and enhance payroll efficiency
• Act as the escalation point for complex payroll queries

• Strong technical knowledge of UK payroll legislation
• Previous team management or supervisory experience would be advantageous
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Strong payroll systems and Excel skills
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail

• Hybrid working and flexible start/finish times
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional Christmas closure and birthday leave
• Matched pension contributions up to 5%
• Enhanced parental leave
• Life assurance
• Option to buy or sell holiday

This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional looking to join a collaborative organisation where payroll plays a key role in supporting the wider business.