Payroll Manager

Shared Services Payroll Manager Manchester Airport Area (Hybrid Working) £55,000 - £60,000 + Bonus & Excellent Benefits Permanent The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll Manager to join a large and complex organisation operating within a fast-paced shared services environment.

Leading an established payroll team, you will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and compliant delivery of payroll services across multiple legal entities and business divisions. This is a highly visible leadership role, offering the opportunity to influence payroll strategy, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and support the ongoing development of the payroll function.

Working closely with senior stakeholders across HR, Finance and Operations, you will play a key role in maintaining payroll excellence whilst supporting business growth and change. Key Responsibilities

Lead, develop and motivate a payroll team within a shared services environment

Ensure the accurate and timely delivery of multiple payrolls

Maintain compliance with payroll legislation and HMRC requirements

Manage payroll projects, process improvements and system enhancements

Oversee payroll reconciliations, audits and year-end processes

Support team development through coaching and mentoring

Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders

Drive efficiencies and continuous improvement across payroll operations

Ensure payroll processes remain scalable and fit for future growth

About You

Proven Payroll Manager experience within a large, high-volume environment

Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and compliance

Experience managing multi-entity payrolls

Knowledge of Benefits in Kind, salary sacrifice schemes and statutory payments

Strong leadership and people management skills

Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities

Continuous improvement mindset

ADP payroll experience would be highly advantageous

Salary & Benefits

£55,000 - £60,000 depending on experience

Annual bonus scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Salary sacrifice benefits

Onsite gym and wellbeing facilities

Staff discounts

Free parking

Hybrid working