Payroll Manager

Job description

Payroll Manager | Hybrid (Northampton) | Full Time

Hybrid role with some travel to our Northampton office.

Salary £DOE

We’re looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to lead the end‑to‑end UK payroll operation in a medium–large, SOX‑governed organisation.

You’ll be responsible for accurate, compliant payroll delivery, robust controls, payroll & time and attendance systems, and continuous improvement. This role also leads and develops a payroll team and acts as the key contact for HMRC, auditors, and senior stakeholders, working closely with UK and US teams.

About you:

• Proven UK payroll leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, pensions & HMRC
• Experience in SOX-controlled environments
• CIPP qualified (CIPD Associate level or equivalent)
• Strong Excel, stakeholder management and people leadership skills

Bright Horizons is an inclusive employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. All roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS.

Apply now – any questions please reach out to ann.watson@brighthorizons.com

Extra information

Status

Closed

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Northamptonshire

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English