Payroll Manager

BBBH47660_1766077117
  • £30 - £40 per hour
  • South East England
  • Temporary

Interim Payroll & HR Administration Manager

Local Authority | Hybrid Working

A Local Authority in the South East is seeking an experienced Interim Payroll & HR Administration Manager to oversee the day-to-day delivery of payroll and HR administration services.

This role will lead a large operational team and ensure the accurate, timely processing of payroll and HR transactions for council employees, schools, and external partners, while driving service quality and continuous improvement.


Role Details

  • Hourly Rate: £30 - £40 per hour

  • Contract: Interim

  • Working Pattern: Minimum 1 day per week on-site

  • 3-6 Months

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the day-to-day operation of payroll and HR administration services

  • Lead and develop a team of approximately 30 staff

  • Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll and HR transactions

  • Act as the professional lead for payroll, pensions, and HR administration queries

  • Oversee service performance, monitoring KPIs and service standards

  • Lead on process improvement and service redesign to enhance customer experience


About You

  • Strong experience in payroll and HR administration management

  • Proven leadership experience managing large operational teams

  • Good understanding of payroll, pensions, and HR processes

  • Confident handling complex pay, pensions, and HR queries

  • Experience working within a Local Authority or similar public sector environment is highly desirable


How to Apply

Please submit your CV quoting your required day rate.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We also offer a £300 referral bonus - if you know someone suitable, please refer them.

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