• Manage end-to-end payroll, pensions, HMRC reporting & compliance.
• Lead a small payroll team across multiple sites.
• Support process improvements, audits, and payroll system upgrades.

Payroll Manager – Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover) – WarwickContract Type: Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover, approx. 12 months)Salary: £52,209 – £55,957 per annum + benefitsHours: Full-time, 37 hours per week (9am–5pm, Mon–Fri) Are you an experienced Payroll Manager looking for a new challenge? Join a dynamic multi-site organisation as a Payroll Manager on a 12-month maternity cover. This is a hands-on leadership role, managing a small payroll team and ensuring accurate, timely payroll processing for around 800 staff across multiple locations.Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the payroll function, ensuring staff are paid accurately and on time.
• Oversee payroll records, including pay, overtime, absence, and benefits.
• Review salary calculations and ensure compliance with PAYE, NI, and statutory payments.
• Handle monthly payroll cycles and HMRC reporting deadlines.
• Manage pension reporting and auto-enrolment processes.
• Prepare documentation for audit and compliance purposes.
• Respond to staff payroll queries and support process improvements and system upgrades.
• Line management of Deputy Payroll Manager and Payroll Administrator.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven payroll management experience with strong knowledge of payroll legislation.
• CIPP Level 5 qualified or equivalent experience.
• Experience managing payroll compliance, statutory payments, and reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills and high attention to detail.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills; able to manage queries from multiple stakeholders.
• Experience leading a small payroll team.

Desirable:

• Experience with iTrent or other integrated HR/payroll systems.
• Background in education, charity, or multi-site organisations.
• Knowledge of Teacher Pension Scheme (TPS).

Working Environment

• Primarily onsite at Warwick Campus, occasional remote work possible.
• Part of a finance team of 18, working closely with HR.
• Fast-paced and collaborative environment, supporting multiple schools.

Benefits

• Up to 14% employer pension contribution
• 6 weeks annual leave + bank holidays
• Free meals and parking
• Access to virtual GP, physio, and sports complex
• Employee assistance programme and retail discounts
• Life assurance

Start Date

• May 2026

If you are a proactive Payroll Manager looking for a rewarding temporary role with variety and responsibility, apply today to join a thriving multi-site organisation.