Payroll Manager

We're working with an established Uk wide business to recruit a Payroll Manager to join their team based in Livingston.

Reporting to the Compensation & Benefits Manager, you'll oversee the end-to-end payroll function for over 4,000 employees across the UK, Channel Islands and Republic of Ireland.

This is a hands-on leadership role offering responsibility for payroll delivery, team development and continuous improvement.

• Managing three end-to-end payrolls, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely processing.
• Leading, coaching and developing the payroll team.
• Overseeing payroll legislation, statutory reporting, PSA, P11D and Gender Pay Gap calculations.
• Managing payroll systems, reporting and relationships with external providers.
• Supporting the administration and development of employee benefits and reward initiatives.
• Identifying opportunities to improve payroll processes, systems and efficiency.
• Working closely with the wider People and Finance teams to resolve issues and support business needs.

• At least two years' experience in payroll management, with strong technical payroll knowledge.
• Experience managing and developing a payroll team.
• Good understanding of payroll legislation, compliance and statutory reporting.
• Strong Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables.
• Confident problem-solving, communication and organisational skills.
• Experience with Dayforce, multi-jurisdiction payroll or CIPP accreditation would be advantageous.

• Flexible working hours to support a better work-life balance.
• Up to 40% product discount for you and your loved ones.
• Up to 29 days' holiday, increasing to 34 with service, plus your birthday off.
• Employee wellbeing support, including an assistance programme and Virtual GP.
• Access to a range of additional discounts, pension benefits and flexible pay options.
• Opportunities to develop your career and contribute to improvements across the business.
• A varied leadership role with responsibility for a sizeable payroll function and a chance to make a meaningful impact.

At Three Bridges Recruitment, two of our values are “striving for brilliance” & “relatability”. We want every applicant to receive an excellent experience & feel confident that a role is genuinely right for them.

If you're an experienced payroll professional with strong people management skills & you'd value joining an established business where you can lead a team, improve processes & make a meaningful contribution, please apply with your most up-to-date CV or contact us for a confidential discussion.