Payroll Manager

Good Afternoon,

I am currently representing Waltham Forest Council who are offering a permanent position for the right candidate.

We are looking for a Payroll Manager this role will be based at: Hybrid Working E17 4JF

The right candidate will:

This is a pivotal operational leadership role, sitting within Culture Workforce & Development department, where you will take ownership of payroll and pension services, ensuring the accurate, timely and compliant delivery of payroll for a workforce of approximately 2,600 employees.

* Lead and develop a high-performing Payroll team, creating a culture of accountability, customer focus and continuous improvement.

* Ensure the accurate, timely and compliant delivery of monthly payroll services.

* Act as the senior escalation point for complex payroll and pension enquiries.

* Drive service excellence through effective performance management and quality assurance.

* Oversee end-to-end payroll processing through Oracle Payroll.

* Manage HMRC submissions and all statutory reporting requirements.

* Lead year-end activities, including P60s, P11Ds and associated compliance processes.

* Ensure accurate administration of Local Government and Teachers' Pension schemes.

* Manage BACS payments, payroll reconciliations, deductions, salary sacrifice arrangements, overpayments and court orders.

* Ensure compliance with National Minimum Wage, Living Wage and wider legislative requirements.

* Lead payroll improvement initiatives, reviewing processes and controls to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

We require the following:

* CIPP Qualification or extensive experience managing an end-to-end payroll function within a large and complex organisation.

* Strong technical knowledge of payroll legislation, taxation, pensions and statutory reporting requirements.

* Experience of leading, coaching and developing payroll teams.

* Significant experience using Oracle Payroll or a comparable enterprise payroll system.

* Knowledge of Local Government and/or Teachers' Pension schemes.

To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed)

If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.

IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.

Look forward to speaking with you soon