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Payroll and Systems Manager

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Posted on Jul 20, 2026 by CV-Library
London, United Kingdom
Public Sector
Immediate Start
£38.9k - £47.5k Annual
Full-Time
Located in either the London or Edinburgh office, the Payroll and Systems Manager will oversee and manage all aspects of payroll operations and ensure the smooth integration and functionality of the Zellis payroll system.

Client Details

A national public sector organisation with offices based in London and Edinburgh.

Description

Reporting to the Head of HR, the Payroll and Systems Manager will be responsible for:

Producing and reviewing end-to-end payroll to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.
Research and verify data in respect of pension queries.
Manage the administration of the benefits schemes currently in place, including cycle to work, discount vouchers, season ticket loans, etc
Leading on the interface with pension and benefit providers.
Supporting financial modelling, forecasting and preparation of the annual pay remit submission.
Act as the subject matter expert in using reporting from the HR system in order to produce reports (e.g. headcount, holidays, absence, Gender Pay Gap, etc).
Line management of 1 staff member (HR Officer)

Profile

The successful Payroll and Systems Manager will need substantial and proven end-to-end payroll experience with a full understanding of PAYE legislation.

You will also need to be a confident user of payroll and HR systems. Any knowledge of Zeliis would be advantageous.

Previous public sector/civil service knowledge is desirable.

Job Offer

A salary range: £38,858 - £47,492 per annum for this HEO level position, plus a discretionary bonus and the opportunity to join the Civil Service Pension scheme.

This role is a hybrid position based in either London or Edinburgh. You will be expected to attend the office 60% of the time

Reference: 225389653

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Payroll and Systems Manager

CV-Library

Posted on Jul 20, 2026 by CV-Library

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London, United Kingdom
Public Sector
Immediate Start
£38.9k - £47.5k Annual
Full-Time
Located in either the London or Edinburgh office, the Payroll and Systems Manager will oversee and manage all aspects of payroll operations and ensure the smooth integration and functionality of the Zellis payroll system.

Client Details

A national public sector organisation with offices based in London and Edinburgh.

Description

Reporting to the Head of HR, the Payroll and Systems Manager will be responsible for:

Producing and reviewing end-to-end payroll to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.
Research and verify data in respect of pension queries.
Manage the administration of the benefits schemes currently in place, including cycle to work, discount vouchers, season ticket loans, etc
Leading on the interface with pension and benefit providers.
Supporting financial modelling, forecasting and preparation of the annual pay remit submission.
Act as the subject matter expert in using reporting from the HR system in order to produce reports (e.g. headcount, holidays, absence, Gender Pay Gap, etc).
Line management of 1 staff member (HR Officer)

Profile

The successful Payroll and Systems Manager will need substantial and proven end-to-end payroll experience with a full understanding of PAYE legislation.

You will also need to be a confident user of payroll and HR systems. Any knowledge of Zeliis would be advantageous.

Previous public sector/civil service knowledge is desirable.

Job Offer

A salary range: £38,858 - £47,492 per annum for this HEO level position, plus a discretionary bonus and the opportunity to join the Civil Service Pension scheme.

This role is a hybrid position based in either London or Edinburgh. You will be expected to attend the office 60% of the time
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Reference: 225389653

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