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About the role:
As our Payroll Service Manager, you will:
• Own the full payroll and pensions service for the Group — end to end, every cycle, every detail.
• Act as the organisation’s payroll expert, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and a service colleagues can rely on.
• Streamline and modernise processes, systems, and reporting, shaping a smarter, future-focused payroll function.
• Lead on all TPS and LGPS requirements, managing returns, queries, and ensuring we remain fully audit-ready.
• Drive improvements and innovation, enhancing the payroll experience for every colleague and manager.
If you love being trusted to run things, this role gives you the autonomy and scope to shine.

What you'll need to succeed

Who we are looking for:
You’ll bring solid end-to-end payroll experience — ideally including TPS and LGPS — along with strong knowledge of payroll legislation.You’ll be confident working with systems and data, able to interpret complex reports, and comfortable making sound, independent decisions. Above all, you’ll be proactive, reliable, and committed to delivering an excellent service to colleagues across the Group.

What you'll get in return

• Generous annual leave entitlement (34-43 days per annum inclusive of bank holidays, depending on role and length of service) and up to 5 additional days leave at Christmas.
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with Employer Contributions
• We are a listed body on the Modification Order – come work for us without a break and protect your accrued continuous service to date.
• 2 Wellbeing days per year, paid days off that empower our employees to recharge, reflect or simply enjoy time as they choose – because your wellbeing matters.
• Access to a number of other employee benefits including, a comprehensive Health and Wellbeing programme, 24/7 Online GP access with NHS registered doctors, employee assistance programme, discounts at high street and online retailers, free on-site parking, plus many more.
This role is a full-time position based in Stockton on Tees, with some travel between Group sites expected. But with multiple sites in the Group, they can be flexible with your primary base to suit candidate preferences.
Monday to Friday (start and finish times can be discussed)

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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