Payroll Manager
3-6 Month FTC (Temp to Perm)
Chorley
Hybrid working pattern
£50,000 - £55,000

About the Role:
Adaptable Recruitment are seeking an experienced and proactive Payroll Manager to join a growing business in Chorley on a 3-month fixed-term contract, with the opportunity to move into a permanent role. This role has been created to provide expert guidance and leadership in establishing an in-house payroll function from the ground up, as the business currently has no internal payroll capability.

The successful candidate will act in a consultative capacity, advising on the structure, systems, processes, and resources required to successfully bring payroll in-house and ensure it is fully compliant and scalable for the future.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end setup of an in-house payroll function from scratch
• Assess current arrangements and provide recommendations on payroll structure, resourcing, and timelines
• Advise on and implement appropriate payroll systems and controls
• Develop payroll procedures, policies, and documentation
• Ensure compliance with all relevant payroll legislation and statutory requirements
• Work closely with HR and Finance to align payroll processes with wider business needs
• Provide knowledge transfer and guidance to internal stakeholders

Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in a senior payroll role, with experience setting up or transforming payroll functions
• Strong technical knowledge of UK payroll legislation and compliance
• Experience selecting and implementing payroll systems
• Ability to operate in a consultative and advisory capacity
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail

For more information contact Nichola Watson @ Adaptable Recruitment