• You will be part of a diverse payroll team responsible for the accurate and timely delivery of payroll services to approximately 6,320 internal staff (school and corporate) and 200 external school employees.

• Working closely with internal departments, external partners, and software providers (notably Oracle), your role will be to ensure payroll operations are compliant with legislation, streamlined, and customer focused.

• You will supervise and develop payroll staff, lead on complex payroll matters, and support the delivery of a modern, digital, value-adding payroll service that aligns with the Council’s corporate and service strategies.

• Oversee the day-to-day delivery of payroll services, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with statutory requirements and internal policies.

• Supervise, support, and develop a team of payroll officers, promoting continuous improvement and performance management.

• Provide expert advice on PAYE, National Insurance, pensions (LGPS, TP, NHSPS), statutory payments, and employment legislation.

• Work in partnership with HR and finance teams to ensure a cohesive service and lead on system improvements including digitisation and automation.

• Represent the Council in external engagements with HMRC, auditors, actuaries, and in legal or regulatory proceedings where necessary.

• Deputise for the Payroll Manager in their absence, ensuring service continuity.

• Support the development of a Payroll Digital Strategy to enhance service delivery using modern IT tools.

• Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion across the team and in service delivery.

• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation including PAYE, NI, auto-enrolment and pension schemes (LGPS, TP, NHSPS).

• Demonstrable experience of using payroll systems (preferably Oracle) within a complex, public-sector environment.

• Proven ability to manage and lead teams, resolve complex payroll issues, and drive service improvement.

• Experience working to tight deadlines and under pressure, with a focus on customer service.

• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with a range of stakeholders, both internal and external.

• Experience of contributing to policy development and interpreting legislative change in relation to payroll.

• Ability to analyse and produce payroll-related KPIs and financial data for senior management.

• The closing date: 09/05/2025 @09:00.

• Hybrid – 2 days/week from the office.

• A relevant payroll qualification or significant experience within a payroll function is essential.