Payroll Manager

About the Company

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Frazer Jones is delighted to be exclusively partnering with a highly regarded global luxury brand. With a rich heritage and humble beginnings, this iconic organisation has evolved into a beloved household name. Renowned for exceptional craftsmanship and a world-class customer experience, the brand continues to exceed expectations across international markets.
Culture & Benefits
Competitive salary package
Hybrid working model (3 days on site)
Opportunity to take full ownership of the payroll function and make a real impact
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has emerged for a dynamic Payroll Manager to join the business and play a pivotal role within the senior leadership team. This high-impact position offers the chance to shape and elevate a best-in-class payroll and benefits function, driving excellence, innovation, and efficiency. You'll be at the forefront of fostering a culture built on integrity, transparency, and forward-thinking growth-making a real difference across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
End-to-End Payroll Coordination: Manage monthly UK & European payroll lifecycle (starters, leavers, bonuses, variable pay), liaising with external providers to ensure timely and accurate processing.
Compliance & Governance: Ensure adherence to HMRC, pension, GDPR and EU regulations; support statutory filings, year-end reporting, gender pay gap reporting, and National Minimum Wage compliance.
Benefits & Reporting Administration: Oversee employee benefits (e.g. pensions, healthcare), manage provider relationships, and deliver accurate reporting to support Finance and compliance requirements.
Systems, Data & Controls: Maintain payroll and HR systems, ensuring data accuracy and alignment across platforms; prepare reconciliations, audit documentation, and support internal/external audits.
Support, Insights & Continuous Improvement: Act as first point of contact for payroll queries, provide advisory support, produce HR analytics and reports, and identify opportunities to improve processes, controls, and efficiency.
Experience & Skills
Strong UK Payroll Expertise: Extensive experience managing UK payroll with in-depth knowledge of HMRC regulations, statutory requirements, and compliance obligations.
European Payroll Knowledge: Solid understanding of multi-country payrolls, particularly in France and Germany.
Compliance & Reporting Experience: Proven ability to produce statutory reports (including gender pay gap) and ensure adherence to National Minimum Wage legislation.
Technical & Analytical Skills: High level of numeracy and attention to detail, with strong proficiency in HR/payroll systems, Excel, and data analysis.
Professional & Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication, organisation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism. xwzovoh
How to Apply
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