Job Description
Payroll Manager - Internal SME
Rate: £450 Per Day Umbrella (PAYE Inc. £396.00, PAYE Exc. £353.35)
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 Payroll Manager (Internal SME). This pivotal role involves leading a dedicated team to manage the day-to-day payroll and HR administration services for the council's employees, schools, and external partners. We are looking for an experienced professional with deep expertise in payroll systems and processes, a strong commitment to compliance and efficiency, and the ability to foster excellent customer experiences. If you have a proven track record in managing payroll operations and leading teams, we encourage you to apply.
Main responsibilities
1. Lead and manage a team of approximately 30 staff to deliver efficient and accurate payroll and HR administration services for WSCC employees, schools, and external partners.
2. Ensure all transactions are processed efficiently while supporting the team in addressing complex pay, pensions, and HR queries from managers, employees, and external customers.
3. Oversee the development, design, and implementation of compliant and effective services and systems to enhance customer experience.
4. Monitor and manage performance, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement in service delivery.
5. Direct day-to-day operations and contribute to team development, setting targets, planning work, and acting as the professional specialist in payroll and HR administration.
Candidate Requirements
6. High-level expertise in payroll service management with the ability to resolve complex problems across various issues and subject areas.
7. Extensive experience with payroll systems and processes focused on achieving compliance, efficiency, and excellent customer experiences.
8. Experience in working with SAP or ORACLE
9. Strong communication skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers.
10. Leadership and team support skills, including mentoring, coaching, and developing team members.
11. Ability to simplify and communicate complex matters in a way that is easily understood by others.
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.