Our client is the fastest-growing companies in the eastern region. They are committed to placing both our staff and customers at the core of everything they do - and you could be their next employee We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Payroll Manager to lead our clients payroll operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in payroll and payroll compliance. This role is essential in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of over 10 monthly payrolls. Key Responsibilities: Effectively coach and manage the Payroll Manager and advisors, sharing payroll expertise to ensure the smooth processing of 10 monthly payrolls and pension schemes. Oversee the entire end-to-end payroll process, ensuring accuracy, reconciliation, and final sign-off. Support the Head Of Department in managing the relationship with the system provider, optimizing system capabilities, and driving continuous process improvements. Work closely with the Head of Finance to ensure accurate costings, timely BACs submissions, and financial transparency across the Group. Ensure compliance with HMRC and other third-party deadlines, managing all payroll-related communications effectively. Review and update payroll policies and procedures to ensure they are legally compliant and fit for purpose, drafting new policies as needed. Oversee pension scheme processing and ensure adherence to pension submission deadlines. Manage Pension Auto-Enrolment for newly incorporated companies within the Group. Keep the company up to date with payroll legislation changes and ensure compliance within the payroll system. Maintain and update the payroll system through managed provider updates. Key Requirements: Experience managing payroll for 1,000 employees is essential Proven ability to handle multiple payrolls with varying pay dates. Strong knowledge of pension schemes and the ability to process different types, including LGPS, Salary Sacrifice, NHS, etc. Strong working knowledge of payroll systems. Experience handling multiple payrolls (ideally three or four as a minimum). Familiarity with various pension schemes and their administration. Ability to contribute to strategic developments and process improvements. Experience managing a team, including one direct manager and five direct reports - highly desirable