Payroll Team Lead

Join to apply for the Payroll Team Lead role at Equans UK & Ireland. Equans is looking for a Payroll Team Lead to join our team based in Quorum Business Park. The role is permanent, full‑time (37.5 hours/week) and offers a competitive salary and benefits package. You will oversee the daily operations of Payroll, Pension and Benefit administration across the UK, ensuring accurate and timely processing in line with UK legislation. You will engage with employees, line managers and HR Operational leads to deliver high‑quality, timely service. You will have the flexibility to work from our new office space 2 days a week, with 3 days at home, and will benefit from a supportive, inclusive culture that prioritises well‑being and development. What will you deliver? Drive excellence in service delivery, ensuring that the team completes activity in line with statutory or agreed Equans processes. Co-ordinate all audit activity for own work teams, with timely monthly sign off. Lead business process mapping, process transformation and improvement sessions with your team and implement improvements in liaison with the Payroll Manager and other key members of the HR Operations Team as appropriate. Improve and maintain process documentation and procedures to ensure they are fit for purpose, taking into consideration feedback from stakeholders. Motivate, manage, lead and coach the team to deliver service excellence against key performance indicators and challenging metrics. Coach members of the team in their activities to support their individual development, provide feedback on areas for improvement, and also provide hands‑on support where required. Manage a clear plan of monthly and annual activity for the team to understand peak periods. Develop strong working relationships with the Shared Service Centre Leadership Team and other team leaders to provide a seamless service to those outside of Shared Services. Work closely with the SAP technical teams to help analyse any system build requirements and also to verify any data loaded. Deputise for the Payroll Manager as required. What can we offer you? 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays). Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary. Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers. Gym membership discounts. Cycle to work scheme. Holiday purchase scheme. 2 corporate social responsibility days per year. Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalised support programmes. Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme. Access to our growing employee networks. 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to a mental wellbeing app. Who are we looking for? Team Leader or Supervisory experience – Essential. Coaching or experience in developing others – Essential. Understanding of GDPR – Essential. HR & Payroll systems – Desirable. Working knowledge of Microsoft packages. Knowledge of current GDPR. Customer Services. Attention to detail. SAP (desirable). Ability to prioritise and work with colleagues to deadlines. This role includes a Basic DBS check; therefore ability to pass is essential. At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do. If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress. A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. #J-18808-Ljbffr