Payroll Manager

We are looking for an experienced and forward‑thinking Payroll Manager to join this dynamic People Services function. You will work as part of a large, collaborative payroll leadership team, sharing responsibility for the delivery of a complex, high‑volume payroll service covering a varied workforce.

This is both a hands‑on and strategic position. You will lead, mentor, and develop a team of payroll professionals while also contributing to service improvement, process optimisation, and long‑term planning across the wider payroll function.

Key Responsibilities

• Guide, support, and develop payroll officers, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee end‑to‑end payroll processing in a high‑volume environment, ensuring compliance with legislation, audit requirements, and internal policies.
• Work closely with fellow Payroll Managers to coordinate workloads, share expertise, and maintain consistent service standards across the team.
• Use and optimise the iTrent HR & Payroll system to ensure efficient, accurate, and compliant payroll operations.
• Support long‑term planning, system enhancements, and transformation initiatives that strengthen the force's payroll capability.
• Build strong relationships with internal departments, external partners, and auditors to ensure smooth and transparent payroll operations.

About You

• Proven experience managing payroll in a large or complex organisation.
• Strong working knowledge of iTrent and payroll legislation.
• Confident leader with the ability to coach, motivate, and develop others.
• Comfortable balancing hands‑on operational work with strategic thinking.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Passionate about delivering a high‑quality service that supports frontline policing.

You'll be part of a purpose‑driven organisation where your work directly supports the people who protect our communities. You'll join a supportive, collaborative payroll leadership team with opportunities to innovate, grow, and make a meaningful impact.

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The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.