We are seeking an experienced Payroll expert to support a critical payroll transition project following a business acquisition. This role is pivotal in ensuring a smooth transfer of approximately 300 employees to a new payroll entity using ADP UK. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, the buyer, and ADP to ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, and continuity.
Interim Payroll Specialist/Manager (Agency Worker)
Location: Hybrid (Swindon-based)
Contract: ASAP - 31 December 2025 (potential to extend)
Hours: Minimum 18 hours/week (flexible), full-time considered for the right candidate
Rate: Based on pro-rated salary of £30,000-£40,000 p.a. (dependent on experience)
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Key Responsibilities
- Support the payroll transition and setup of a new entity in ADP UK.
- Ensure accurate and compliant payroll processing for the go-live month of December.
- Develop and document clear process flow maps for new payroll procedures.
- Implement robust processes to capture variable pay, benefits, and pensions.
- Attend and contribute to ADP UK integration calls and seller stakeholder meetings (and other calls as necessary).
- Provide knowledge transfer and support to the internal HR team.
- Own decision-making during the HR Manager's leave (15-28 November), in conjunction with the buyer.
- Perform detailed payroll checks and validations.
- Operate autonomously with confidence and clarity.
- Provide flexible support to meet business needs, with reciprocal flexibility offered.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Proven experience in payroll management.
- Hands-on experience with ADP UK, including setting up new entities and transferring payrolls.
- Strong Excel skills for data management and analysis.
- Ability to create process documentation and flowcharts.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to payroll accuracy.
- Confident decision-maker with autonomous working capability.
Desirable Skills
- Experience with iCHM.
- Exposure to TUPE payroll transfers.
- Broader HR operational knowledge.
- Strategic payroll experience and ability to see the bigger picture.
Additional Information
- Some administrative support will be available for transactional tasks.
- Flexibility in hours and days is offered and expected.
- On-site or hybrid working available.
