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Payroll Specialist 6 months FTC

Leeds, West Yorkshire

Payroll Specialist 6 months FTC

  1. Contract
Up to £40,000 per annum
BBBH191438

Leeds, West Yorkshire

The details

Marks Sattin is proud to be supporting a leading organisation in their search a Payroll Specialist to join their team on a fixed-term basis, dedicated to the successful implementation of a brand-new payroll system.

This is a fantastic opportunity for payroll professionals with strong technical expertise to play a key role in shaping the future of the payroll function.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Partner with the Payroll Manager to support all phases of the system implementation.
  • Contribute to the full delivery lifecycle of the new payroll system.
  • Work closely with stakeholders to gather and deliver payroll requirements.
  • Lead system testing, parallel runs, and payroll output validation.
  • Create and refine process documentation, training guides, and user materials.
  • Ensure full compliance with UK payroll legislation, HMRC standards, and employment law.
  • Act as a payroll subject matter expert throughout the project.
  • Proactively identify risks, resolve issues, and suggest process improvements.

About You

  • In-depth understanding of UK payroll legislation, statutory obligations, and employment law.
  • Exceptional attention to detail with strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive, self-starting approach.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the confidence to challenge and influence effectively.
  • CIPP qualification is a plus.

If you are interested in the role please apply

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