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Good Afternoon, I am currently representing Waltham Forest Council who are offering a permanent position for the right candidate. We are looking for a Payroll Manager this role will be based at: Hybrid Working E17 4JF The right candidate will: This is a pivotal operational leadership role, sitting within Culture Workforce & Development department, where you will take ownership of payroll and pension services, ensuring the accurate, timely and compliant delivery of payroll for a workforce of approximately 2,600 employees. * Lead and develop a high-performing Payroll team, creating a culture of accountability, customer focus and continuous improvement. * Ensure the accurate, timely and compliant delivery of monthly payroll services. * Act as the senior escalation point for complex payroll and pension enquiries. * Drive service excellence through effective performance management and quality assurance. * Oversee end-to-end payroll processing through Oracle Payroll. * Manage HMRC submissions and all statutory reporting requirements. * Lead year-end activities, including P60s, P11Ds and associated compliance processes. * Ensure accurate administration of Local Government and Teachers' Pension schemes. * Manage BACS payments, payroll reconciliations, deductions, salary sacrifice arrangements, overpayments and court orders. * Ensure compliance with National Minimum Wage, Living Wage and wider legislative requirements. * Lead payroll improvement initiatives, reviewing processes and controls to enhance efficiency and accuracy. We require the following: * CIPP Qualification or extensive experience managing an end-to-end payroll function within a large and complex organisation. * Strong technical knowledge of payroll legislation, taxation, pensions and statutory reporting requirements. * Experience of leading, coaching and developing payroll teams. * Significant experience using Oracle Payroll or a comparable enterprise payroll system. * Knowledge of Local Government and/or Teachers' Pension schemes. To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed) If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee. IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE. Look forward to speaking with you soon