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Senior Payroll Specialist

Job in Manchester, Greater Manchester, M21 0, England, UK
Listing for: HAYS
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary position
Listed on 2026-01-13
Job specializations:
  • HR/Recruitment
    HRIS Professional, Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 40000 GBP Yearly GBP 40000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
HAYS - Senior Payroll Specialist - Temp to Perm opportunity - Hybrid working - Stockport

Your new company

You'll be joining a well-established organisation with a strong focus on accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement within its payroll function. The team values collaboration, professional development, and delivering a high quality service across multiple regions.

Your new role

In this Senior Payroll Specialist role, you'll take ownership of running multiple UK payrolls end to end, ensuring they are processed accurately and on schedule. You'll validate data, resolve system alerts, prepare payment files, and ensure all activity complies with internal policies and statutory requirements. You'll support statutory reporting, assist with audits, contribute to year end tasks, and act as an escalation point for complex queries.

You'll also play a key part in improving processes and supporting system upgrades, while providing guidance to colleagues and offering cover for the Payroll Manager when needed.

What you'll need to succeed
You'll bring strong technical payroll knowledge, a solid understanding of legislation, and experience using computerised payroll systems. Accuracy, analytical thinking, and the ability to work to tight deadlines are essential. Clear communication skills, adaptability, and confidence in working with stakeholders will help you thrive, along with a proactive approach to improving processes. SAP is desirable but not essential.

What you'll get in return

You'll join a supportive team that encourages development and continuous learning. The role offers exposure to a wide range of payroll activities, opportunities to influence process improvements, and a culture that values teamwork and personal growth.

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 to 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 about your career.

PLEASE NOTE VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT OFFERED ON THIS ROLE YOU MUST HAVE UK WORKING EXPERIENCE WITHIN PAYROLL #

Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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