Payroll Manager
CV-LibraryWaltham Forest, Greater LondonpermanentPosted: 4 September 2026
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I am currently representing Waltham Forest Council who are offering a permanent position for the right candidate.
We are looking for a Payroll Manager this role will be based at: Hybrid Working E17 4JF
The right candidate will:
This is a pivotal operational leadership role, sitting within Culture Workforce & Development department, where you will take ownership of payroll and pension services, ensuring the accurate, timely and compliant delivery of payroll for a workforce of approximately 2,600 employees.
* Lead and develop a high-performing Payroll team, creating a culture of accountability, customer focus and continuous improvement.
* Ensure the accurate, timely and compliant delivery of monthly payroll services.
* Act as the senior escalation point for complex payroll and pension enquiries.
* Drive service excellence through effective performance management and quality assurance.
* Oversee end-to-end payroll processing through Oracle Payroll.
* Manage HMRC submissions and all statutory reporting requirements.
* Lead year-end activities, including P60s, P11Ds and associated compliance processes.
* Ensure accurate administration of Local Government and Teachers' Pension schemes.
* Manage BACS payments, payroll reconciliations, deductions, salary sacrifice arrangements, overpayments and court orders.
* Ensure compliance with National Minimum Wage, Living Wage and wider legislative requirements.
* Lead payroll improvement initiatives, reviewing processes and controls to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
We require the following:
* CIPP Qualification or extensive experience managing an end-to-end payroll function within a large and complex organisation.
* Strong technical knowledge of payroll legislation, taxation, pensions and statutory reporting requirements.
* Experience of leading, coaching and developing payroll teams.
* Significant experience using Oracle Payroll or a comparable enterprise payroll system.
* Knowledge of Local Government and/or Teachers' Pension schemes.
To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed)
If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.
IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.
Look forward to speaking with you soon
I am currently representing Waltham Forest Council who are offering a permanent position for the right candidate.
We are looking for a Payroll Manager this role will be based at: Hybrid Working E17 4JF
The right candidate will:
This is a pivotal operational leadership role, sitting within Culture Workforce & Development department, where you will take ownership of payroll and pension services, ensuring the accurate, timely and compliant delivery of payroll for a workforce of approximately 2,600 employees.
* Lead and develop a high-performing Payroll team, creating a culture of accountability, customer focus and continuous improvement.
* Ensure the accurate, timely and compliant delivery of monthly payroll services.
* Act as the senior escalation point for complex payroll and pension enquiries.
* Drive service excellence through effective performance management and quality assurance.
* Oversee end-to-end payroll processing through Oracle Payroll.
* Manage HMRC submissions and all statutory reporting requirements.
* Lead year-end activities, including P60s, P11Ds and associated compliance processes.
* Ensure accurate administration of Local Government and Teachers' Pension schemes.
* Manage BACS payments, payroll reconciliations, deductions, salary sacrifice arrangements, overpayments and court orders.
* Ensure compliance with National Minimum Wage, Living Wage and wider legislative requirements.
* Lead payroll improvement initiatives, reviewing processes and controls to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
We require the following:
* CIPP Qualification or extensive experience managing an end-to-end payroll function within a large and complex organisation.
* Strong technical knowledge of payroll legislation, taxation, pensions and statutory reporting requirements.
* Experience of leading, coaching and developing payroll teams.
* Significant experience using Oracle Payroll or a comparable enterprise payroll system.
* Knowledge of Local Government and/or Teachers' Pension schemes.
To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed)
If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.
IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.
Look forward to speaking with you soon