Payroll Manager (18 Month Contract)

Robertson Bell are supporting a well-established, values-led organisation to recruit a Payroll Manager on an 18-month fixed term contract. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a busy, end-to-end payroll function within a collaborative People and Finance environment.

Reporting to the Director of People, you will manage the full monthly payroll cycle for a workforce of around 1,000 employees, including permanent and sessional staff. The payroll is well-established and running smoothly, with strong internal processes in place.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing the full end-to-end monthly payroll process
• Processing payroll through iTrent (MHR), ensuring all inputs are accurate and submitted in line with deadlines
• Managing pensions administration, including uploads and compliance with opt-in/opt-out requirements
• Ensuring timely and accurate HMRC submissions
• Handling payroll queries and providing clear guidance to staff
• Completing reconciliations (gross-to-net/net-to-gross) and producing payroll reports
• Supporting ongoing system improvements, including future payroll system enhancements

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Proven experience running end-to-end payroll
• Strong working knowledge of iTrent
• Up-to-date knowledge of HMRC regulations, statutory payments and pensions administration
• Confidence managing payroll queries and stakeholder relationships
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work to tight deadlines
• This role requires a proactive and organised individual who can quickly build relationships across People and Finance teams.

Process & Start Date

This organisation is keen to move quickly. Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, with first-stage interviews held promptly. The successful candidate will ideally be available to start by early March at the latest to allow for a thorough handover.

Hybrid working is offered with a minimum of two days per week in the Sevenoaks office.

If you meet the criteria and are available within the required timeframe, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.