Payroll Manager

Chalk Hill GroupPoolereedpublished 10/26/2026
Must-have:LeadHybrid

About the company

Chalk Hill Group are supporting a well-established, purpose-driven organisation to recruit a Payroll Manager to lead a small team and ensure the effective delivery of a reliable, accurate and efficient payroll service.

Your tasks

The opportunity As Payroll Manager, you’ll take responsibility for the day-to-day management of payroll operations, supporting and developing a small team while ensuring payroll is delivered accurately, efficiently and in line with relevant legislation and deadlines.

You’ll play an important role in maintaining a high-quality service, improving processes and working collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation.

  • Manage and support a team, providing guidance and ensuring the effective delivery of payroll activities.
  • Oversee the accurate and timely processing of payroll, ensuring deadlines and compliance requirements are met.
  • Ensure payroll practices comply with relevant legislation, statutory requirements and internal policies.
  • Monitor payroll processes, identify opportunities for improvement and drive efficiencies.
  • Handle payroll queries and support the resolution of complex issues.
  • Work closely with HR, Finance and other stakeholders to ensure payroll information is accurate and processes run smoothly.
  • Maintain robust controls, accurate records and appropriate payroll reporting.
  • Support ongoing process improvements and contribute to the organisation’s wider objectives.

Requirements

You’ll be an experienced payroll professional with a strong understanding of end-to-end payroll processes and the confidence to lead a small team.

You’ll bring

  • Experience managing or supervising payroll operations.
  • Strong technical payroll knowledge and an understanding of relevant legislation and compliance.
  • Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
  • The ability to manage deadlines, prioritise workloads and resolve issues effectively.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • A proactive approach to improving processes and supporting colleagues.
  • The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a wider team.

What we offer

What’s on offer?

  • Salary of £45,000–£50,000, depending on experience.
  • An attractive benefits package.
  • Hybrid working
  • Excellent development opportunities and career prospects

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