Payroll Team Leader

TL;DR

Payroll Team Leader (Finance): Leading and delivering end-to-end payroll operations for employees and pensioners with an accent on data integrity, regulatory compliance, and system management. Focus on managing a small team, ensuring accurate gross-to-net calculations, and driving continuous process improvements within the IRIS Cascade environment.

Location: Must be based in the UK. Hybrid role with flexibility to work from home.

Salary: up to £52,000

Company

hirify.global is one of the largest car and home insurance providers in the UK, serving over four million customers.

What you will do

• Own and deliver end-to-end payroll processing for employees and pensioners.
• Validate gross-to-net calculations and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Manage pension auto-enrolment, contributions, and provider submissions.
• Oversee payrolling of benefits in kind and ensure accurate tax treatment.
• Submit RTI filings and support year-end activities including P60 and P11D.
• Lead, coach, and support a small team to deliver high-quality outcomes.

Requirements

• Proven experience delivering end-to-end UK payroll in a complex environment.
• Strong working knowledge of IRIS Cascade is essential.
• Solid understanding of payroll calculations, controls, and reconciliation processes.
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK payroll legislation, HMRC requirements, and RTI.
• Leadership capability with experience supporting or developing others.
• Ability to prioritize, manage deadlines, and work proactively.

Nice to have

• Experience managing statutory leave and benefits in kind processing.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on quality and efficiency.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements including part-time and job-share options.
• Minimum of 35 days holiday (including bank holidays) with buy/sell options.
• Comprehensive health support including dental insurance, health cash plan, and mental health first aiders.
• Competitive pension scheme and annual bonus opportunities.
• Generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave policies.
• Discounts on motor and home insurance and various tech gadgets.