Payroll Lead

Title:

Payroll Lead Grade/Salary:
Band F, SCP 26-31 (£38,510-£43,149 per annum) Contract Type:
Fixed Term 12 months (Maternity cover)

Hours:

Full-time 37 hours

Location:

Oldbury Council House/ Hybrid

Job Summary:

• Lead and coordinate the delivery of an accurate and timely payroll service.
• Provide technical payroll expertise and guidance on payroll legislation, pensions, and statutory payments.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC, pension, and organisational requirements.
• Support, coach, and develop payroll team members to deliver excellent customer service.
• Drive continuous improvement, system enhancements, and efficient payroll practices.
• Work collaboratively with HR, Finance, pension providers, and external stakeholders to resolve complex payroll matters.

Essential Requirements:

• 3 years’ experience of working within a busy Payroll / Human Resources environment.
• Supervisory experience Comprehensive working knowledge of employment legislation in relation to payroll.
  
  E.g. PAYE, NICs, SSP, SMP, etc.
• Experience of handling/resolving customer enquiries and complaints.

Closing Date 13th November 2026

Interviews to be held on the 25th November 2026

Sandwell Council welcomes applications from Armed Forces veterans and values the transferable skills and experience they bring. Under our Veterans’ Guaranteed Interview Scheme, eligible veterans who demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview.