Payroll Manager

Charlotte Tilbury Beauty

. Lead the delivery of an accurate, compliant and efficient UK payroll service .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing end-to-end UK payroll processes, ensuring compliance with HMRC legislation and pension regulations, while driving process improvements and maintaining accurate payroll reporting. Strong analytical and communication skills support effective collaboration with HR and finance teams.

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UK Payroll ManagementPension Regulations ComplianceAdvanced Excel SkillsAnalytical SkillsTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingStatutory DeductionsPayroll ReconciliationData ManipulationPayroll ReportingAudit ProcessesCompliance MonitoringProcess ImprovementRisk ManagementBudgeting and Forecasting

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationAttention to DetailMulti-taskingProblem SolvingTeam Motivation

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeExcelPowerPoint

Industry Keywords

HMRC LegislationPAYENational InsuranceAuto Enrolment PensionStatutory ReportingP60sP11DsPSA SubmissionsPayroll Best PracticesRetail Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the delivery of an accurate, compliant and efficient UK payroll service
Oversee the end-to-end UK payroll process and ensure employees are paid accurately and on time
Manage the relationship with the payroll provider, including service levels, performance measures and contractual obligations
Review and approve monthly payroll outputs, statutory deductions and final payroll reports
Ensure compliance with HMRC legislation, PAYE, National Insurance, Auto Enrolment Pension requirements and other statutory obligations
Oversee processing of starters, leavers, salary changes, bonuses, commissions, overtime, benefits and statutory payments
Administer third-party payments, including pensions, court orders and benefit deductions
Manage payroll reconciliations and controls, identifying and mitigating risks
Coordinate year-end activities including P60s, P11Ds, PSA submissions and statutory reporting
Maintain payroll policies, procedures and governance documentation
Monitor legislative changes and implement required payroll process and system updates
Develop payroll controls and audit processes; support internal and external audits
Build relationships with HR, Finance, Reward, People Services and external partners
Provide guidance on complex payroll matters and act as an escalation point for payroll queries
Produce payroll reports, reconciliations and management information
Analyse payroll trends, costs and variances and provide recommendations
Support budgeting and forecasting through payroll-related reporting
Drive process improvements and support payroll systems implementations, upgrades and transformation projects
Improve processes and data quality through collaboration across the People function
Identify opportunities for technology, automation and payroll best practice
Lead or support payroll projects, compliance initiatives and system enhancements
Report to the Global Head of Payroll

Requirements

What you’ll need

Managerial experience coordinating and processing payroll across the UK
Experience and knowledge of pension regulations, particularly with regards to auto-enrolment
Advance knowledge of MS Office systems, in particular Excel and PowerPoint
Excellent analytical skills
Ability to multi-task, particularly under pressure
Accuracy and thoroughness and attention to detail
Intermediate numerical, analytical, and data manipulation skills
Excellent communication both verbally and written, with the ability to adapt to different audiences
Ability to share findings in a simple and coherent manner
Ability to apply logical and well thought out solutions to complex situations
Ability to identify efficiency improvements to work streams and processes
Ability to understand and manage processes and associated risks relevant to work stream
Understanding of retail environment and approach issues with a solution-focused and commercially driven mindset
Ability to motivate and lead a team

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid model with flexibility, allowing you to work how best suits you
25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with an additional day to celebrate your birthday
Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents and carers throughout their parenting and caring journey
Pension and life assurance for all
Wellness and social benefits including Medicash, Employee Assist Programs and regular social connects with colleagues
Allocated dog friendly days and spaces
Generous product discount and gifting