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Contract Type Fixed Term Contract Employment Type Full-Time Working Requirements Dynamic Working Hours 9:30am to 5:30pm Salary Competitive Division Business Services Location 55 Baker Street

Knight Frank is looking to hire a Payroll Manager to join the Accounts department at our Baker Street Head Office on a Fixed Term Contract.

We are the world's leading independent international property consultancy, headquartered in the UK, offering agency and professional advice across Commercial, Residential and Rural sectors. Established in 1896, Knight Frank now comprises a global network of over 20,000 people in 600+ Offices across 50 Territories.

Why Knight Frank?

Role:

The Payroll Manager's role will oversee and have full responsibility for the UK monthly payroll which consists of 3000 plus employees within 8 pay groups. Ensuring employees are paid on time and correctly and that the payroll system is fully compliant.

Responsibilities:

Manage UK payroll for 3,000+ employees across 8 pay groups, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant processing.
Perform monthly payroll reconciliation, including error reviews, variance checks, and gross-to-net reconciliation, and create BACS files.
Regularly review and enhance payroll processes to reduce manual tasks and improve efficiency.
Handle monthly Real-Time Information (RTI) submissions and reconcile Tax, NIC, and apprenticeship levy figures with HMRC.
Reconcile pension contributions with third parties, resolving issues before payroll finalisation, and oversee auto-enrolment processes.
Manage pension transfers, re-enrolment, and ad hoc pension requirements, and provide monthly pension contribution reports.
Ensure compliance with National Minimum and Living Wage requirements, particularly for salary sacrifice schemes.
Review and process redundancy calculations, childcare assessments, salary changes, and payroll benefits.
Oversee statutory and occupational leave processes, including maternity, sickness, and shared parental leave.
Resolve payroll system issues with third-party suppliers and ensure system compliance with HMRC requirements.
Collaborate with HR and stakeholders to ensure payroll policies and procedures align with business needs.
Manage annual payroll activities such as bonuses, promotions, P11Ds, P60s, and PAYE settlement agreements.
Produce and maintain the annual payroll processing timetable and oversee corporate health cover renewal.
Lead a team of 4-5 payroll specialists, providing training, development, and regular team meetings to address issues and plan activities.
Support testing for statutory updates, ensuring payroll system compliance, and assist with ad hoc payroll reports and tasks.

Key Experience Required:

Excellent current, technical payroll knowledge including CIPP Qualified.
Previous experience of managing a payroll team, with the ability to mentor and help them develop.
Experience of processing a manual payroll from start to finish.
Excellent systems (SAP essential and ideally an understanding of Workday) and numerical skills.
Exposure to transformation projects such as HRIS systems and integration with payrolls.

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Please note: this is a Direct Search led by Knight Frank. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs, even if provided by PSL agencies.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace. We welcome applications from all individuals and provide equal opportunities for everyone. We also offer reasonable adjustments to ensure all candidates have a fair chance during the recruitment process.