Payroll Manager

Job Title: Payroll Project ManagerLocation: London, UKMode of working: Hybrid (3 Days/Week)Job Type: 12 Months ContractKey ResponsibilitiesLead and manage projects impacting payroll systems and processes, primarily for UK & Ireland, with a focus on the Workday implementation and company separation.Provide operational leadership to stakeholders, ensuring timelines, processes, and budgets are met.Analyse project-related information and make informed recommendations to drive effective decision-making.Serve as a payroll subject matter expert (SME), working closely with the payroll leadership team and wider project teams.Identify and deliver process improvements, focusing on automation and optimisation of end-to-end payroll workflows.Oversee delivery of business implementation activities, including process changes within payroll teams and their integration into overall operations.Act as the main liaison for payroll projects across departments and business units.Provide hands-on support for payroll checking, reconciliation, and reviews (including UK and CNN EMEA payrolls) when required.Your Role AccountabilitiesDrive successful delivery of payroll projects across the UK & Ireland.Contribute as part of the international payroll leadership team to adapt and improve existing payroll processes and systems.Ensure all process changes are well-documented, communicated, and embedded into operational practice.Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment and effective collaboration.Qualifications & ExperienceEssentialMinimum 5 years’ experience managing projects within a payroll environment.Experience managing a payroll implementation in Workday (or other payroll system implementations)Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while delivering individual responsibilities.Expertise in project planning, risk management, and execution.DesirableAdvanced Excel skills.In-depth knowledge of payroll regulations and statutory requirements for salaries, taxes, benefits, and related compliance matters.

Created: 2025-09-10