Payroll Manager

Interim UK Payroll Lead

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Length: 3-6 months
London: Hybrid working, 3 days in the office, 2 at home
Rate: between £450 - £600 per day
Oakleaf Partnership are partnering with a leading global financial services organisation to recruit an experienced Interim UK Payroll Lead on an urgent basis.
This is a critical hire for a highly respected business undergoing a payroll transition. The successful candidate will join immediately to ensure the smooth running of UK payroll operations and provide stability during a key period.
What is the role?
You will take ownership of the end-to-end UK payroll function, supporting approximately 400 employees across multiple payrolls, including partnership payroll arrangements.
This is a hands-on role requiring an experienced payroll professional who can quickly assess the current environment, build relationships with key stakeholders and confidently manage day-to-day payroll operations from the outset.
Key responsibilities include:
Managing end-to-end UK payroll processing and partner payments
Overseeing outsourced payroll vendor relationships and service delivery
Working closely with Tax, Finance, Benefits and Global Mobility teams
Ensuring payroll compliance with UK legislation and HMRC requirements
Managing payroll reconciliations, controls and audit processes
Supporting payroll process improvement and standardisation initiatives
Providing expertise on complex payroll matters including internationally mobile employees
Maintaining high levels of payroll accuracy and data integrity
Acting as the key payroll contact for UK stakeholders and senior leadership
Skills & Experience
Extensive experience managing UK payroll operations within Financial Services
Strong hands-on end to end payroll processing experience
Deep knowledge of UK payroll legislation, PAYE, statutory payments, tax codes, pensions and payroll compliance
Experience managing outsourced payroll providers
Strong understanding of globally mobile employee payroll considerations
Experience with partnership or LLP payrolls is highly desirable
Workday Payroll experience is advantageous
Ability to work autonomously and confidently in a standalone payroll environment
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Available to start immediately or at short notice
Why apply?
This is an opportunity to join a highly regarded global organisation with a collaborative culture and exceptional working environment. xwzovoh You'll play a key role in maintaining business continuity while working alongside experienced payroll, tax and finance professionals.
The role offers excellent exposure, autonomy and the opportunity to make an immediate impact from day one.