Overview

We are proud to be supporting a leading retail business in their search for a Senior Payroll Manager to take ownership of their payroll, pensions, and reward function. This is a dynamic, fast-paced opportunity to lead, shape, and enhance payroll operations while driving compliance and best practice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate and timely monthly payroll, pensions, and reward processes.
• Lead, develop, and shape the payroll and compliance function to support business growth.
• Ensure compliance with all payroll legislation, including National Minimum Wage requirements.
• Oversee payroll-related projects and process improvements.
• Act as a trusted advisor to the business on payroll, compliance, and reward matters.

Experience required

• Proven experience managing payroll within retail, fashion, hospitality, or a similar fast-paced sector.
• Strong technical knowledge of payroll, pensions, compliance, and employment legislation.
• A track record of delivering payroll projects and driving process improvements.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across the business.

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary £80,000-£90,000
• Bonus and a comprehensive benefits package
• Early Friday finishes in the summer
• Hybrid working model (2 days per week in High Wycombe office)
• The chance to make a real impact in a market-leading retail organisation