Job Description
Payroll Team Leader - Internal SME
Rate: £350 Per Day Umbrella (PAYE Inc. £308.13, PAYE Exc. £274.94)
Location: West Sussex
Contract: Temporary (6 month initial)
Start date: ASAP
*Hybrid Working*
Job Description
Service Care Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a local authority in West Sussex for a Team Leader Payroll Manager. This role is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced payroll professional to lead a team in delivering high-quality payroll and HR administration services. As the leader of a team of up to 15 FTE, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient, effective, and compliant processing of payroll and HR transactions for the county council, schools, and external partners. If you have a passion for improving service delivery, mentoring and developing your team, and managing complex payroll issues, this role offers an exciting and rewarding opportunity.
Main responsibilities
1. Lead and manage a team of up to 15 FTE, ensuring high standards of payroll and HR administration services.
2. Oversee and enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of payroll processing and HR transactions.
3. Resolve complex issues related to employment contracts, terms and conditions, pay, and pensions.
4. Develop and implement practices, systems, and processes to continuously improve service delivery.
5. Collaborate with the management team to manage service demands and address peaks and troughs.
6. Provide mentoring, coaching, and development opportunities for team members.
Candidate Requirements
7. Proven ability to supervise and support a team, providing mentorship, coaching, and development.
8. Extensive knowledge of payroll and pensions regulations, services, and schemes within Local Government.
9. Proficiency in SAP or Oracle systems, strong IT skills including Excel, and ability to handle complex data.
10. Ability to clearly convey complex matters to various stakeholders and foster positive relationships.
11. Inquisitive and committed to continuous learning and improvement in service delivery.
Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.