About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Manager to lead the delivery of accurate, compliant, and efficient payroll services. This role will oversee end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time, while also driving continuous improvement, compliance, and stakeholder satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the monthly payroll process for [insert number] employees across UK, France, and South Africa.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of salaries, bonuses, overtime, pensions, and other statutory payments.
• Maintain compliance with HMRC and international payroll legislation, employment law, and company policies.
• Act as the primary point of contact for payroll queries, resolving issues with professionalism and discretion.
• Manage relationships with payroll providers, tax authorities, auditors, and other third parties.
• Lead on payroll reporting, including reconciliations, year-end returns (P11D, P60, PSA), and audit requirements.
• Partner with HR, Finance, and Reward teams to align payroll with wider people and business objectives.
• Identify and deliver process improvements, automation opportunities, and system enhancements to increase accuracy and efficiency.
• Ensure data security, GDPR compliance, and confidentiality of all payroll records.
• Lead, coach, and develop payroll team members to deliver a best-in-class service.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in managing complex payroll operations, ideally across multi-country or large-scale organisations.
• Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements (international payroll knowledge desirable).
• Experience with payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, SAP, Oracle, iTrent, etc.) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain technical payroll issues clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to manage confidential data with discretion and integrity.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Pension scheme and other reward offerings.
• Hybrid working opportunities.
• Professional development and training support.
• A collaborative, inclusive, and supportive culture.

The role offers a Hybrid working model in Glasgow and fantastic benefits.

Please send application to J.shum@annapurnarecruitment.com