Strategic Payroll Manager

5 days ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Stantec Full time

Job Description:

Company Overview

Stantec is a leading global design and consulting firm, providing effective and relevant solutions to our clients and communities. With over 150 years of experience in the UK, we have grown rapidly in recent years and currently have around 4000 employees on our payroll.

We are committed to creating sustainable, healthy, and prosperous communities, and our teams provide innovative solutions that meet the needs of our clients and stakeholders. As a strategic payroll manager with Stantec, you will play a critical role in driving our growth plans forward.

Estimated Salary: £65,000 - £80,000 per annum

Key Responsibilities:

As a Payroll Manager for UK & Ireland, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Stantec payroll, ensuring that UK and Ireland employees are paid accurately and on time. You will lead on establishing and maintaining an effective end-to-end payroll process by challenging inefficiencies and working with the wider finance teams to drive automation.

You will also manage a team of five payroll professionals, providing guidance, training, and development opportunities to ensure they have the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their roles.

In addition to your core responsibilities, you will have the opportunity to work on improvement projects, such as implementing new payroll systems or streamlining processes to improve efficiency.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Proven experience of managing payroll within a large corporate organisation
  • Leadership experience, with a track record of delivering successful projects and initiatives
  • In-depth knowledge of payroll systems, taxation, and national insurance rules, including experience of DC/DB pension schemes and pension compliance
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders

Benefits:

As a strategic payroll manager with Stantec, you will benefit from a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional development and growth. You will also be part of a dynamic and inclusive team that values diversity and promotes equality.



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