The opportunity Working for a large and complex organisation in County Durham this is a newly created position for a Head of Payroll and People Services. The role will be responsible for managing a team of Payroll and HR colleagues and to establish and embed a high performing compliance focussed service. The role The Head of Payroll and People Services will be involved in the following typical duties: Ensure all HMRC, RTI and other Statutory reporting deadlines are met. Ensure all new legislation and government requirements are met. Managing regular reporting to HMRC and ensuring all Tax Year-End procedures are run including P60, P11D processing. Overseeing the implementation of required changes to the HR and payroll system. Ensuring compliance and updating of SOPs for all payrolls and cross-trained staff on full payroll cycle from start to finish. Leading the team responsible for all transactional functions of HR such as contract changes. Use your expertise to help develop strategic plans and business plans that cover a wide range of operational activities. The person CIPP Payroll Management Diploma (or equivalent experience within a large complex organisation). Specialist payroll knowledge and expertise and ability to offer advice to a range of customers. Stakeholder engagement expertise with sound ability to communicate to a wide range of audiences. Continuous improvement mindset. Staff management experience. Problem solving skills. Technology proficient with a strong digital competence. HR related professional qualifications would be desirable as would experience working on a cloud based HR and payroll system HR related professional qualifications. Experience of working in payroll in a large and complex organisation, ideally with multiple types of contract. Experience of HR admin processes like contract onboarding would also be advantageous Benefits Generous holidays and pension scheme Travel discounts, free parking and cycle to work scheme Personal development opportunities Health & wellbeing including discounted gym facilities On site nursery is available plus access to holiday camps for children aged 5-16. Family friendly policies, including maternity and adoption leave. The opportunity to take part in staff volunteering activities. Discount portal.