Head of Payroll

Posted:	02/03/26
Recruiter:	Hays
Reference:	3077784902
Type:	Permanent
Salary:	£60,000 Annual
Location:	Darlington, Durham
Description:	Head of Payroll Payroll Manager Senior Payroll Manager Your new company I am working with a leading Chartered Accountancy Practice with offices across Yorkshire and the North East. Your new role This is a newly created role due to the forthcoming retirement of the current incumbent. Managing a payroll team of 6, this Head of Payroll role isn't just about managing processes - it's about shaping the future of how the Practice manages payroll across the firm. You'll have the chance to influence strategy, introduce best practices, and make a real impact on how they support their clients and people. What You'll Be Doing Lead and develop our payroll function to deliver an exceptional experience for clients Inspire, coach, and develop a high-performing payroll team Develop and deliver a payroll strategy that supports the firm's goals Drive improvements and efficiencies using modern systems and digital tools Ensure compliance and governance while introducing innovative solutions Act as a trusted advisor on payroll matters across the firm What you'll need to succeed It is essential that you have extensive experience of and are currently working within a high-volume multi-payroll bureau or practice environment. You will have: Proven experience in payroll leadership or senior payroll management Strong understanding of payroll legislation and compliance Ability to think strategically and deliver operational excellence Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Tech-savvy and comfortable with digital payroll systems Knowledge of BACS processes and pension scheme complexities. What you'll get in return Benefits include:- Flexible working (4 day week considered) Hybrid working post-probation Darlington based, you have the option to work one day a week from one of their other Yorkshire/North East offices 25 days holiday plus BH Death in Service Enhanced Pension Multi-benefit additional benefits such as shopping vouchers, eye care, dental care What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
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