Payroll Manager Job Manchester area,England UK,Management

Payroll Manager

Up to £65,000 per annum + 10% annual performance bonus

Manchester - hybrid working (up to 1-2 days per week from home)

Permanent

Sellick Partnership is recruiting a Payroll Manager on behalf of a well-established, commercially successful business based in Manchester with operations spanning multiple European countries. This is a senior payroll leadership role with full responsibility for a large, geographically dispersed workforce across numerous legal entities and employment models. Offering up to £65,000 plus a 10% annual performance bonus and an excellent benefits package, this is a standout opportunity for a payroll professional who is ready to lead at scale.

Overview

of the Payroll Manager role:

Sitting within the regional finance leadership structure, the Payroll Manager will take end-to-end responsibility for payroll delivery across a large, geographically dispersed workforce spanning multiple countries and legal entities. You will work closely with HR, Finance, and third-party payroll providers to ensure payroll is delivered accurately, compliantly, and on time - while also driving continuous improvement across processes, systems, and ways of working.

This is not a transactional payroll position. It requires someone who can lead, influence and shape a payroll function at scale.

Key responsibilities of the Payroll Manager will include:

Taking full ownership of end-to-end monthly payroll across multiple European countries, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely delivery
Managing relationships with outsourced payroll providers, overseeing service delivery and holding them accountable for performance
Collaborating with HR, Finance and in-country partners to ensure payroll activity aligns with local legislation and business requirements
Validating payroll outputs, overseeing payslip verification and supporting payroll-related balance sheet reconciliations
Managing payroll queries end-to-end, identifying trends and driving improvements to the employee experience
Processing off-cycle payrolls, salary adjustments and corrections as required
Managing equity-based compensation elements within payroll, including share-related awards and the associated payroll and tax implications
Monitoring payroll controls, identifying risks and implementing improvements to strengthen governance and efficiency
Developing and maintaining standard operating procedures across all supported countries
Coaching and developing team members to build a high-performing, collaborative payroll function
Contributing to broader finance and business initiatives as a senior member of the regional finance leadership team

What we are looking for in the Payroll Manager:

Substantial experience managing payroll across multiple European countries within a complex, multi-entity organisation - essential
Proven track record overseeing outsourced payroll providers and managing service delivery at a regional level
Strong knowledge of UK and European payroll legislation, compliance requirements and payroll governance
Experience managing equity or share-based compensation within payroll and understanding the associated tax treatment
Solid understanding of UK pension administration and reporting obligations
Advanced Excel skills including reconciliations, data analysis and payroll reporting
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior level
Experience driving process improvement and operational change across complex payroll environments
CIPP qualified or working towards - advantageous

What is on offer alongside the Payroll Manager position:

Salary of up to £65,000 depending on experience
Performance bonus paid annually
Generous employer pension - up to 8% employer contribution
Full private…