Payroll Team Leader

4 weeks ago

Bristol, United Kingdom First Group Full time

Who are we?

GWR is the proud custodian of Brunel's railway - one of the most prestigious networks in the world. We have some of the newest trains in the country and exciting plans to extend our services. With more than one hundred million passenger journeys each year, we carry people to over 275 stations in the South West, from Cornwall and South Wales to London, passing through beautiful country and some of the UK's top tourist destinations.

We are transforming the way people think about train travel, empoweringour team of over 6,000 people from all different backgrounds to make it a great experience for our customers. Together, we will revalue rail as a very special way to travel – relaxing, fast, efficient, friendly and fun.

About theteam?

The Payroll team is based in central Bristol. The team is responsible for the production of weekly and four weekly payrolls and pension submissions for GWR, Transpennine Trains (TPT), Hull trains and Heathrow Express. The team process all payroll and pension data and assist with the resolution of queries from staff and external organisations.

About the job?

This position supports the payroll function of GWR. This will require processing of high-volume payroll data and provide day-to-day support and reports to customers. The position requires the flexibility to work across all entity payrolls to ensure a high-quality payroll service is delivered to GWR, TPT, Hull Trains and Heathrow Express.

Your main responsibilities will be:

  • Responsible for statutory payment calculation including occupational pay enhancements.
  • Responsible for administration and calculation of company sick pay as per relevant T&C's.
  • Provide operational management and colleagues with support and assistance regarding sickness, maternity and paternity, annual leave, and other payroll areas.
  • Support payroll administrator. Help to resolve complex queries and cover their work as and when required.
  • Ensuring GDPR compliance
  • Ad hoc duties as and when required.

You'll need to be:

  • Experienced in working in a large payroll department and working to tight deadlines.
  • Experienced in dealing with multiple terms and conditions.
  • Proactive with a positive can-do attitude.
  • Professional, confident and act with a high level of integrity at all times.
  • Able to provide excellent customer service.

As a minimum, you will need to have:

  • Proven knowledge of UK payroll legislation.
  • Knowledge and understanding of payroll processes.
  • Excellent attention to detail and work with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Excel intermediate level.
  • Strong system skills and ideally Cyborg.

About the location?

The team are currently based in a modern office space in central Bristol.

Working Pattern?

Monday to Friday - 35 hours per week.

Additional Information?

There will be a requirement to work occasional weekends and Bank holidays to ensure payrolls are delivered on time.

The Reward?

As well as a great team environment and comprehensive training, all GWR colleagues enjoy a range of benefits including on-going development, defined benefit pension scheme, free rail travel across the GWR network for you and your family, company-sponsored health care plan, discounted shopping and gym membership and an employee assistance programme.

We all belong at GWR. This is our vision for providing an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, ensuring all candidates have an equal opportunity to access meaningful employment.

We value our differences such as age, gender, LGBTQIA, ethnicity, religion and disability. We maintain zero tolerance towards any form of prejudice towards our colleagues, customers, and future talent.

We celebrate and encourage diversity of thought, progressive ways of working and seeing all our colleagues grow and thrive.

We review all roles and job descriptions to ensure they are accessible and, where possible, we support and provide flexible working options; we recommend that you refer to each vacancy description for further details.

If you require additional support to complete your application due to a disability or neurodivergent condition such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, or autism, please follow the links below. We encourage you to share any additional needs you may require so we can provide a fair and equal process for all who apply.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Payroll Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom Portfolio Payroll Full time

    My client are looking to recruit a Payroll Officer on a 6 month temporary basis.If you are interested in applying for this job, please make sure you meet the following requirements as listed below.In order to be considered for this role you MUST have significant payroll/pensions experience and have the right to work in the UK or have lived in the UK for at...

  • Payroll Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Portfolio Payroll Full time

    My client are looking to recruit a Payroll Officer on a 6 month temporary basis.If you are interested in applying for this job, please make sure you meet the following requirements as listed below.In order to be considered for this role you MUST have significant payroll/pensions experience and have the right to work in the UK or have lived in the UK for at...

  • Payroll Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Portfolio Payroll Full time

    My client are looking to recruit a Payroll Officer on a 6 month temporary basis.If you are interested in applying for this job, please make sure you meet the following requirements as listed below.In order to be considered for this role you MUST have significant payroll/pensions experience and have the right to work in the UK or have lived in the UK for at...

  • Global Payroll Team Leader

    4 weeks ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom Sheridan Maine Full time

    **Job Details**: **_"Forget a relationship make it a partnership and build an empire." Eleni Sophia. _** Sheridan Maine is delighted to be partnering a Business Services organisation to recruit an experienced Payroller who will join them as Global Payroll Team Leader. This is an exciting opportunity that offers an enthusiastic individual the chance to...

  • Client Payroll Executive

    4 weeks ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom Portfolio Payroll Limited Full time

    This is a fantastic opportunity to join an industry leader in the software field, focusing on making payroll more efficient.This role will be a key member of the Payroll Processing team, working closely with team managers and the head of department to ensure the successful delivery of their payroll services to hundreds of clients. With their continuous...

  • Client Payroll Executive

    4 weeks ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom Portfolio Payroll Limited Full time

    This is a fantastic opportunity to join an industry leader in the software field, focusing on making payroll more efficient. This role will be a key member of the Payroll Processing team, working closely with team managers and the head of department to ensure the successful delivery of their payroll services to hundreds of clients. With their continuous...

  • Client Payroll Executive

    4 weeks ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom Portfolio Payroll Limited Full time

    This is a fantastic opportunity to join an industry leader in the software field, focusing on making payroll more efficient.This role will be a key member of the Payroll Processing team, working closely with team managers and the head of department to ensure the successful delivery of their payroll services to hundreds of clients. With their continuous...

  • Client Payroll Executive

    3 weeks ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom Portfolio Payroll Limited Full time

    This is a fantastic opportunity to join an industry leader in the software field, focusing on making payroll more efficient. This role will be a key member of the Payroll Processing team, working closely with team managers and the head of department to ensure the successful delivery of their payroll services to hundreds of clients. With their continuous...

  • Client Payroll Executive

    3 weeks ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom Portfolio Payroll Limited Full time

    This is a fantastic opportunity to join an industry leader in the software field, focusing on making payroll more efficient. This role will be a key member of the Payroll Processing team, working closely with team managers and the head of department to ensure the successful delivery of their payroll services to hundreds of clients. With their continuous...

  • Client Payroll Executive

    3 weeks ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom Portfolio Payroll Limited Full time

    This is a fantastic opportunity to join an industry leader in the software field, focusing on making payroll more efficient.This role will be a key member of the Payroll Processing team, working closely with team managers and the head of department to ensure the successful delivery of their payroll services to hundreds of clients. With their continuous...

  • Client Payroll Executive

    3 weeks ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom Portfolio Payroll Limited Full time

    This is a fantastic opportunity to join an industry leader in the software field, focusing on making payroll more efficient. This role will be a key member of the Payroll Processing team, working closely with team managers and the head of department to ensure the successful delivery of their payroll services to hundreds of clients. With their continuous...

  • Client Payroll Executive

    2 weeks ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom Portfolio Payroll Limited Full time

    This is a fantastic opportunity to join an industry leader in the software field, focusing on making payroll more efficient. This role will be a key member of the Payroll Processing team, working closely with team managers and the head of department to ensure the successful delivery of their payroll services to hundreds of clients. With their continuous...

  • Client Payroll Executive

    3 weeks ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom Portfolio Payroll Limited Full time

    This is a fantastic opportunity to join an industry leader in the software field, focusing on making payroll more efficient. This role will be a key member of the Payroll Processing team, working closely with team managers and the head of department to ensure the successful delivery of their payroll services to hundreds of clients. With their continuous...

  • HR, Payroll

    3 weeks ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom St Peter's Hospice Full time

    We are on the search for an efficient, organised and motivated person to join our friendly team as an HR, Payroll & Recruitment Team Leader.  This newly created role will lead a talented group of professionals, within the wider People Team ensuring seamless HR admin operations, efficient payroll management, and successful recruitment processes. To be...

  • Payroll Team Leader

    2 days ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom Great Western Railway Full time

    **Who are we?** GWR is the proud custodian of Brunel's railway - one of the most prestigious networks in the world. We have some of the newest trains in the country and exciting plans to extend our services. With more than one hundred million passenger journeys each year, we carry people to over 275 stations in the South West, from Cornwall and South Wales...

  • HR, Payroll

    2 weeks ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom St Peter's Hospice Full time

    We are on the search for an efficient, organised and motivated person to join our friendly team as an **HR, Payroll & Recruitment Team Leader. **This newly created role will** **lead a talented group of professionals, **within the wider People Team** ensuring seamless HR admin operations, efficient payroll management, and successful recruitment processes**....

  • HR, Payroll

    2 days ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom St Peter's Hospice Full time

    We are on the search for an efficient, organised and motivated person to join our friendly team as an **HR, Payroll & Recruitment Team Leader. **This newly created role will** **lead a talented group of professionals, **within the wider People Team** ensuring seamless HR admin operations, efficient payroll management, and successful recruitment processes**....

  • Payroll and Pensions Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom Portfolio Payroll Full time

    Are you detail-oriented, organized, and ready to be a crucial part of the team within a university? We're seeking a dedicated Payroll and Pensions Officer to join our team and manage their internal team. Responsibilities The role involves supporting the Deputy Payroll and Pensions Manager in delivering efficient payroll and pension services, ensuring...

  • Payroll and Pensions Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom Portfolio Payroll Full time

    Are you detail-oriented, organized, and ready to be a crucial part of the team within a university? We're seeking a dedicated Payroll and Pensions Officer to join our team and manage their internal team. Responsibilities The role involves supporting the Deputy Payroll and Pensions Manager in delivering efficient payroll and pension services, ensuring...

  • Payroll and Pensions Officer

    1 month ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom Portfolio Payroll Full time

    Are you detail-oriented, organized, and ready to be a crucial part of the team within a university? We’re seeking a dedicated Payroll and Pensions Officer to join our team and manage their internal team. Responsibilities The role involves supporting the Deputy Payroll and Pensions Manager in delivering efficient payroll and pension services, ensuring...