Payroll & Pensions Manager

Job Title: Temporary Payroll Team LeaderLocation: Chatham (Hybrid/Remote available)Contract Duration: Approx. 3-6 monthsPay Rate: £18.63 per hour

Our client’s Payroll, Pensions, and HR Systems team is undergoing an exciting phase of transformation, and we are looking for an experienced and driven Payroll Team Leader to join the team on a temporary contract.

As the Payroll Team Leader, you will be instrumental in ensuring the efficiency and accuracy of payroll operations, leading a small team, and driving the success of ongoing projects. This role offers a flexible working environment, including hybrid working options (working from home and the Gun Wharf location), with full remote working also available for the duration of the contract.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a small payroll team, providing support, direction, and guidance.
• Oversee the day-to-day payroll processing, ensuring that all payroll activities are accurate and compliant.
• Drive continuous improvements in payroll processes, systems, and workflows.
• Implement best practices in payroll administration and provide support to colleagues across the business.
• Ensure pension administration is managed in accordance with statutory regulations.
• Analyze and interpret complex payroll data, relevant legislation, and statutory guidance.
• Effectively manage high-pressure situations, such as tight deadlines, interruptions, and conflicting demands.

What We Need From You:

• Extensive experience in running day-to-day payroll operations and associated responsibilities.
• Experience in pension administration and familiarity with HR systems is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to manage and deliver efficient payroll or accounting functions.
• Strong understanding of payroll and pension legislation, statutory guidance, and best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly.
• Intermediate Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft-based products.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Information:

• Hybrid working model with flexibility on working hours (28 to 37 hours per week).
• ResourceLink experience would be highly advantageous due to the contract's short duration.

If you're ready for an exciting challenge and want to lead a dynamic team during a period of transformation, we would love to hear from you!