To lead the delivery of effective, compliant and customer-focused payroll and HR operational services across the organisation, supporting the accurate and timely processing of two UK payrolls and three European payrolls. The role is responsible for overseeing end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring compliance with UK and European statutory requirements, and implementing robust, scalable processes to support business growth and organisational change. The postholder will ensure the efficient management of employee lifecycle administration, including starters, leavers and contractual changes, and will play a key role in leading payroll-related change initiatives such as restructures, system enhancements and process harmonisation. The role will work closely with the Head of HR, Finance and external payroll providers to ensure high-quality service delivery and continuous operational improvement. JOB CONTENT Payroll Operations Provide leadership and oversight for the accurate and timely processing of all payrolls Manage and develop x Payroll Managers to ensure high performance and service delivery standards Ensure payroll activities comply with statutory requirements, company policies and audit controls Oversee payroll changes arising from restructures, acquisitions, harmonisation activities and system updates Act as the escalation point for complex payroll matters Maintain effective working relationships with Finance and external payroll providers HR Operational Service ..... full job details .....