Job Title: Interim Payroll Manager
Location: Hoddesdon (On-site)
Contract Length: Minimum 3 months
Day Rate: £350–£450 per day (inside IR35)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Interim Payroll Manager to oversee and manage a complex payroll function during a critical period. With over 2,000 employees and three separate monthly payrolls (PAYE, Contractors, and Incentive), this role requires a confident and detail-oriented professional with a strong understanding of end-to-end payroll operations in a dynamic, high-volume environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and process three monthly payrolls (PAYE, Contractors, Incentive), each with regularly changing variables.

• Ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll for 2,000 employees.

• Oversee and resolve complexities related to time and attendance data integration.

• Work closely with internal teams to ensure payroll data is accurate and up-to-date.

• Liaise with HMRC and external stakeholders as needed.

• Ensure ongoing compliance with UK payroll legislation.

• Utilise Staffology payroll software to manage all payroll functions.

• Support existing payroll team members as required.

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Key Requirements:

• Proven experience managing payroll for large organisations (1,500 headcount).

• Strong working knowledge of UK payroll legislation and best practices.

• Experience running multiple payroll streams simultaneously.

• Comfortable navigating time and attendance complexities.

• Proficiency with Staffology is desirable.

• Ability to work independently and hit the ground running.

• Immediate availability or short notice preferred.

This role offers:

• A competitive daily rate (£350–£450 per day, inside IR35)

• The opportunity to work in a complex and rewarding payroll environment

• A supportive and fast-paced workplace where your expertise will make a real impact