12 month Head of Payroll

York Temporary £70,000 - £75,000 per year View Job Description
As Head of Payroll, you'll take full ownership of the end-to-end payroll operation across multiple legal entities. Reporting into the senior finance team, you'll manage and develop a small team, ensure full legislative compliance, and drive continuous improvement in payroll processes and systems.
  • A senior leadership role with genuine influence and autonomy
  • Opportunity to lead in a modern, evolving payroll environment

About Our Client

A well-established and growing organisation, operating across multiple locations in the UK and Europe. Known for its values-led approach and supportive culture, the business is committed to delivering high-quality services and continuous improvement.

Job Description

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Leading the payroll function for the entire group
  • Overseeing all payroll processes including RTI, PAYE, NI, auto-enrolment and benefits administration
  • Managing relationships with HMRC and external stakeholders
  • Ensuring timely production of all statutory payroll documents (e.g., P11Ds, P60s)
  • Reviewing and enhancing payroll systems and controls (ideally with Dayforce experience)
  • Leading and mentoring the payroll team
  • Acting as the internal expert on all payroll-related matters

The Successful Applicant

  • Proven experience leading a payroll function, ideally in a multi-entity/group environment
  • Strong technical knowledge of UK payroll legislation and compliance
  • Excellent leadership and team management skills
  • Experience with Dayforce (Ceridian) is highly advantageous
  • Ability to work collaboratively with Finance, HR and external agencies
  • CIPP qualification or equivalent is desirable

What's on Offer

  • A senior leadership role with genuine influence and autonomy
  • Hybrid working (York office base)
  • Supportive, people-first company culture
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunity to lead in a modern, evolving payroll environment
Contact
Danielle Simpson
Quote job ref
JN-052025-6742141
Phone number
+441132437719

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Payroll
Sector
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Location
York
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Danielle Simpson
Consultant phone
+441132437719
Job reference
JN-052025-6742141