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Payroll Manager
Payroll Manager Vacancy – London
Applications close: Early closure possible on receipt of sufficient applications
About the Role
Location: London Reporting to: HR Director Reference: HE1334
Hestia is on a quest to make a difference. Our mission drives our work—empowering people to rebuild their lives and reach independence.
We are seeking a Payroll Manager to lead our HR Data, Systems & Payroll Service, ensuring accurate, compliant payroll processing for over 1000 colleagues.
Alignment calls: Tuesday 21st July Interviews: Wednesday 27th July
What You’ll Be Responsible For
As Hestia’s Payroll Manager, you will take ownership of our day-to-day payroll operations, system management, and team oversight. Key responsibilities include:
- Delivering accurate, compliant payroll services for all staff, ensuring adherence to UK payroll legislation, HMRC requirements, and best practice.
- Managing ResourceLink payroll system, including:
- Configuring and maintaining pay elements, pension schemes, and workflows.
- Handling end-of-year processes, statutory deductions, and year-end reconciliations.
- Leading payroll updates and system testing for continuous improvement.
- Managing a team of payroll professionals, ensuring efficient, reliable operations and seamless service delivery.
- Providing expert payroll advice and support to stakeholders, translating technical details for non-payroll professionals.
- Driving excellent service and an inclusive work culture aligned with Hestia’s values.
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What You’ll Bring with You
Essential Criteria:
✅ Strong technical knowledge of UK payroll and pension legislation (e.g., PAYE, auto-enrolment, pension obligations). ✅ Over 5 years’ UK payroll experience, including managing large and complex payrolls. ✅ Experience with ResourceLink payroll software (or ability to develop skills rapidly). ✅ Ability to interpret and apply legislation, including HMRC guidelines and P11D reporting. ✅ Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, with a focus on accuracy and compliance. ✅ Strong Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUPs, PivotTables) and proficiency with large datasets. ✅ Experience in pension administration, including pension flexibilities and claims processes. ✅ Clearly, you’ll need to demonstrate a commitment to HR, payroll excellence, and people support.
Preferred:
🔸 Payroll management qualification (e.g., CIPP) or equivalent expert knowledge. 🔸 Ongoing professional development and a track record of keeping up with legislation changes. 🔸 Voice in sharing your lived experience relevant to our services—we value authentic connections.
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Our Commitments
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (ED&I)
We embrace difference and actively work to create an inclusive culture. Our services reach diverse communities, and our staff reflect this diversity. We pride ourselves on being a disability-confident employer, offering:
- Guaranteed interviews for candidates with disabilities meeting remit criteria.
- Reasonable adjustments during recruitment, interviews, and throughout employment.
- Safeguarding training—staff undergo mandatory safeguarding training.
Our unique role means diversity fosters innovation, and people feel part of something much bigger.
Additional Information
If you progress to an offer, you’ll undergo pre-employment checks before onboard confirmation.
We reserve the right to close this application early if we find a strong candidate early. To avoid missing this opportunity, apply now.
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