Group Payroll Manager - #2091461

We’re delighted to be partnering with a highly respected independent schools group to recruit a Group Payroll Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional to take ownership of payroll operations across a complex, multi-entity organisation, ensuring accurate, compliant and timely payroll delivery for over a dozen schools and associated entities.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Head of Finance, you'll lead the end-to-end payroll function, overseeing payroll processing, pensions administration, compliance, reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.

Working closely with HR, Finance and senior stakeholders, you'll play a key role in delivering a first-class payroll service across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

· Manage monthly payrolls across multiple entities

· Ensure compliance with HMRC, PAYE, NIC, RTI and pension regulations

· Oversee Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS), LGPS and other pension arrangements

· Lead payroll reporting, reconciliations and payroll accounting processes

· Act as the payroll subject matter expert for schools and senior leaders

· Drive process improvements and payroll system enhancements

· Manage and develop payroll team members

About You

You'll be an experienced payroll professional with:

· Proven experience managing payroll within a multi-site or multi-entity organisation

· Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements

· Experience of pension schemes and payroll compliance

· Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

· Strong stakeholder management and communication abilities

· Experience supervising payroll staff

What’s on offer

· 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

· Pension scheme with life assurance

· Free on-site parking

· Complimentary lunch

· Discounted private medical insurance

· Access to gym and swimming facilities

· Ongoing professional development opportunities

HB Partners Limited is committed to safeguarding children. This post is subject to enhanced DBS check and pre-employment safeguarding checks.

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