Payroll Manager

Payroll Manager
Salary: £50,000–£55,000

Location:

London
Working pattern:
Hybrid – 2 days a week in the office
Contract type:
Permanent

JGA is partnered with an innovative UK payroll and workforce solutions business that is transforming how hospitality organisations manage their people. We are seeking a hands-on Payroll Manager to join a small, collaborative team and take ownership of multi-client payroll delivery in a fast-growing, technology-driven environment.

This is an exciting opportunity for a senior payroll professional to step into a pivotal role where technical expertise, leadership potential, and adaptability will directly shape the growth and success of the bureau.

About the organisation

This dynamic payroll and workforce solutions provider specialises in the hospitality sector. By combining a flexible, on-demand workforce with intelligent AI-driven software, they help businesses forecast demand, optimise staffing, and run efficient rotas across hundreds of sites.

The role

As Payroll Bureau Manager, you will be responsible for end-to-end payroll delivery for multiple clients, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely submission.

You will work closely with the Head of Payroll and play a key role in shaping processes, implementing system improvements, and mentoring colleagues as the team grows.

Key responsibilities

• Take full ownership of multi-client payrolls from data input to reconciliation, submission, and pensions uploads

• Personally process payrolls and ensure statutory compliance

• Maintain high standards of accuracy and efficiency, proactively resolving issues

• Act as the primary point of contact for client payroll queries

• Collaborate with the Head of Payroll on implementations, process improvements, and system changes

• Contribute to payroll automation initiatives and API integrations

• Gradually assume line management responsibilities as the team grows, with full support and training provided

About you

• Strong multi-client bureau experience

• Confident running payrolls end-to-end with accountability for accuracy

• Up-to-date knowledge of UK payroll legislation and systems

• Analytical, detail-oriented, and able to solve complex payroll scenarios

• Excellent communicator with clients and colleagues

• Motivated to develop leadership and management capability

• Comfortable in a rapidly changing, high-growth environment

What’s on offer

• Salary £50,000–£55,000, depending on experience

• Private medical insurance

• Hybrid working with a social, friendly Camden office

• Office gym membership

• Opportunity to gain ownership shares in a well-funded start-up

• Dog-friendly office and complimentary fruit/snacks

• Regular team breakfasts, lunches, and office dinners when working late

• Opportunity to shape a growing payroll bureau and have visible impact on the business

Interested? Please apply or contact Liam via the email shown.

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