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HR and Payroll Lead
Salary: 41,000 - 47,000
Location: Hybrid - 4 days on-site, 1 day remote, Merseyside
Contract Type: Permanent
Start Date: As soon as possible
An established higher education institution is seeking an experienced HR and Payroll Lead to support its in-house HR team during a period of operational transition and system change. This is a key operational role for a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in payroll, HR systems, and process improvement. You will play a central role in maintaining efficient HR and payroll services across a complex workforce, which includes both substantive staff and a high volume of casual and visiting professionals.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage and support monthly payroll operations, including processing for casual and variable-hour contracts.
Collaborate with Payroll and Pensions Officers to ensure accurate and timely payments, including separate pension runs.
Provide guidance on HR policies and procedures to managers and employees.
Support the implementation and optimisation of a new HRIS, contributing to process redesign and efficiency improvements.
Supervise and support two HR Administrators, providing leadership and oversight.
Coordinate and validate workforce data across departments to ensure accuracy in reporting and payroll inputs.
Candidate Profile:
Demonstrable experience managing or supporting complex payroll operations.
Familiarity with HR systems and involvement in HRIS transitions or implementations.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to advise and support staff at all levels.
CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent experience. Candidates without formal qualifications must demonstrate substantial practical expertise.
Experience in higher education is not essential; candidates from other sectors with relevant skills and adaptability are welcome.
Application Process:
Applications are requested as soon as possible, with initial screening calls expected to begin early next week. Interviews will be coordinated shortly thereafter.
