Higher are a boutique recruitment agency specialising in the HR and Marketing professions. We are pleased to inform you of a new role that we are working on for one of our clients:
Position: HR & Payroll Operations Manager
Salary: £50,000 - £52,000
Location: Leicester (hybrid)
What's the background?
With a history of over 50 years this organisation provide a wide range of tools and PPE to organisations throughout the UK.
Due to someone moving on this is an opportunity for someone new to join and continue the good work whilst putting their own stamp on the role and department. You will sit within a much larger and wider HR team but have specific responsibility for Payroll and HR administration operations. You will report directly to the HR Director and work closely with the Finance and IT teams along with the company's external payroll providers.
If you're wanting to join a progressive yet established organisation who truly invest in their people and place great emphasis on their culture then this could be the perfect move for you and your career.
The role is based at their Head Office in Leicester but hybrid working is available.
Responsibilities:
As the Payroll and HR Operations Manager, you will manage the Payroll and HR Administration functions, leading a team of four people.
Knowledge of the Zellis HRIS is highly desirable for this position as that is the software used for processing the monthly payroll. Much of this is carried out by the Payroll Officer but you will still have a hands-on approach and be comfortable at processing payroll in their absence (e.g. holiday cover). You will be an escalation point for any queries and ensure everything is legislatively compliant.
The role of Payroll & HR Operations Manager will also see you have responsibility for ensuring HR administration activities are conducted effectively and accurately. You will also offer support and guidance to managers and employees on HR policies and procedures.
- Lead the payroll and HR services team, including the recruitment, training, performance management, and development as appropriate.
- Ensure the accurate and timely processing of payroll and HR transactions to ensure that colleagues receive a great experience in the processing of salaries, benefits, deductions, taxes, leave, and employment changes including new joiners and leavers.
- Manage and support the end-to-end payroll process for the company, including monthly payroll, payroll taxes, pensions, and statutory payments.
- Oversee all annual payroll activity including P11D and PSA, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of payroll data, reports, and filings.
- Ensure compliance with relevant and timely legislation and internal policies, such as tax regulations, data protection, and audit requirements.
- Manage the HR operations and administration, including contracts, onboarding, offboarding, leave management, and colleague records.
- Provide advice and guidance to colleagues and managers on payroll and HR-related matters, such as pay, benefits, entitlements, policies, and procedures.
- Partner with the Reward Manager to ensure that employee benefits and incentive schemes are effectively administered and support with Annual Salary Review and Annual Benefit renewals.
- Partner with HR/Payroll Systems providers leading system optimisation and implementing process improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the payroll and HR systems and processes, such as automation, standardisation, and simplification.
Experience needed:
- Good knowledge of HR & Payroll practices
- Proven experience in payroll and HR administration, preferably in a managerial role.
- Proficient in payroll and HR software and systems, preferably Zellis
- Strong knowledge of payroll and HR legislation and regulations, such as employment standards, tax, and data protection.