Senior/Regional Payroll Manager, UK/Ireland Team

Location: Reading
Contract: Permanent
Main function of role:
Lead the 4 UK & ROI teams within the payroll function, coaching, mentoring and developing the team to ensure delivery of pay accurately and on time.

Key Responsibilities:

Overall responsibility of UK & ROI payrolls
Lead the teams to drive efficient operational processing through the adoption of automation where possible, application of standardised processes and delivery of a consistent service model

Maintains a strong high-performing team through effective recruiting, training, coaching, team building, performance management and resource planning.
Ensure procedures are compliant and consistent with current regulations
Fosters and maintains positive relationships with the internal stakeholder groups.
Partnering with P&C Leads regularly to provide legislative updates/Payroll changes
Management of the external payroll vendor contracts, including the on-going management of SLAs, service delivery and ensuring compliance to in-country reporting requirements.
Develop and maintain robust Business Continuity plans for all payrolls
Lead internal and external audits within supported countries ensuring process improvements are introduced as necessary and in line with audit findings
Responsible for defining, measuring, and adhering to appropriate Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) established under the service delivery model
Demonstrate a hands-on approach to problem solving and team support.
Deliver projects and payroll related communications

Primark is growing and the responsibilities may change with time.

Experience, Skills & Competencies

At least 10 or more years of Payroll experience with at least 5 or more years' experience of managing multiple staff.
Ability to make decisions and drive through solutions.
Strong people management experience within a payroll function and experience of managing a large team or multiple teams.
Organizational and time management skills in managing multiple, diverse and sometimes conflicting priorities.
A solid understanding of payroll processes, compliance practices and systems
High level of proficiency with MS Excel
Meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational, time management and prioritization skills
Strong sense of urgency and the ability to prioritize on fast pace environment
Maturity, discretion and experience dealing with highly confidential information
Excellent communication and analytical skills
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, while working in a fast-paced environment