Payroll Manager (Local Authority)

Spencer Clarke Group are working in partnership with a South London Borough to appoint an experienced Payroll Manager to lead and oversee a large-scale payroll function.

This is a senior leadership role responsible for ensuring the accurate, compliant and timely delivery of payroll services across a complex organisation.

What's on Offer

Salary: £63,816 Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Full-time Location: South London (Hybrid - minimum 3 days onsite) Start: ASAP / subject to notice

The Role

The successful candidate will take full responsibility for the Council's payroll function, delivering a high-quality, compliant service across a large workforce and pension scheme.

Key responsibilities:

Lead the delivery of payroll services for 6,500+ employees and 8,000+ pensioners Act as the Council's subject matter expert on payroll legislation and compliance Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing in line with HMRC and statutory requirements Manage payroll controls, audit processes, and reporting to minimise risk and error Drive continuous improvement across payroll systems, processes and service delivery Lead on SLA management, contract negotiations, and value-for-money initiatives Work closely with senior stakeholders across Finance, HR, Legal and external bodies Manage, develop and performance-manage the payroll team

About You

You will ideally have:

Extensive experience managing large-scale payroll operations, ideally within Local Government Strong knowledge of PAYE, National Insurance, pensions and HMRC legislation Understanding of Local Government terms & conditions (NJC, Teachers, Soulbury) Proven ability to interpret and apply complex legislation Experience managing teams, budgets, and working to strict deadlines Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at senior level Experience improving payroll processes, systems and controls Relevant qualification or significant equivalent experience

How to Apply

If you are interested, please submit your CV and a consultant will be in touch to discuss further details.

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Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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We also offer a referral scheme of up to £300. If you know someone suitable, please ask them to email their CV, including your details. T&Cs apply