UK Payroll Director

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As the National Payroll Director, you will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of the firm's Payroll Services function across the UK. This includes responsibility for multiple regional payroll teams, as well as the governance and performance of both onshore and offshore delivery centres. The role ensures excellence in service delivery, compliance with UK legislation, and supports continued growth in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment within a top 10 accounting firm.
This position requires a commercially minded leader with deep technical payroll expertise, strong people leadership skills, and a proven ability to drive transformation, standardisation and operational efficiency across complex, multisite teams.
Your new role Strategic Leadership & Governance
Develop and deliver the national payroll strategy for the UK, aligned with the firm's wider outsourcing and advisory objectives. Set consistent standards, controls, and best‑practice frameworks across all payroll locations and service lines. Ensure operational resilience, incorporating business continuity planning and appropriate risk management. Lead large-scale transformation programmes, including technology modernisation, automation, and process optimisation.Operational Management
Oversee day-to-day operations for high‑vol...
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Location:
Manchester
Salary:
£85,000 - £100,000 /annum salary doe circa £90,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Management & Consultancy

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