Payroll Operations Manager
Job Title: Payroll Operations Manager
- Type: Full time permanent
- Salary: Salary of £50,000 - £52,000
- Location: Edmonton, North London
About LondonEnergy:
LondonEnergy operates the second largest waste contract in the UK, handling and processing nearly 750,000 tonnes of London’s waste every year. We have a dedicated team of people working across our various North London sites, making a positive difference to the environment and the local community.
By processing household waste at our facility, we produce enough waste from energy to power 80,000 homes every year and recycle 70% of items through our Reuse and Recycling Centres.
About the Role.
As Payroll Operations Manager you will lead a critical transition to a new payroll software system. This is a key role ensuring a seamless transition while maintaining accuracy efficiency in all payroll and benefits operations.
You will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring detailed reconciliation and the accurate processing of monthly payroll data. Additionally, you will manage new starter administration, medical and travel expenses, leave adjustments, bonus payments, and annual salary reviews.
In partnership with HR, you will support system updates, process improvements, data analysis, and annual audits, ensuring our payroll and HR systems operate at peak efficiency.
Key Responsibilities- Lead the the transition to a new payroll software system, embedding changes and ensuring smooth operations.
- Oversee and manage the full payroll cycle, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing.
- Conduct detailed payroll reconciliations and ensure accurate monthly payroll data.
- Manage payroll-related processes, including new starter administration, leave adjustments, bonus payments, and salary increases.
- Handle medical and travel expense claims in line with company policies.
- Collaborate with HR to support system updates, process improvements, and data analysis.
- Ensure compliance with payroll legislation and support annual audits.
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, providing expert guidance on payroll and benefits matters.
- Proven experience in payroll operations, benefits administration, and HRIS management.
- Strong knowledge of payroll processes, ideally within shift-based working environments.
- Experience in HR systems management and driving process improvements.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of the organisation.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to generate reports, interpret data, and provide insights.
- Exceptional attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
- Private Medical & Life Insurance
- Company Pension Scheme
- Annual Leave Package
- Employee Recognition Scheme
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- + Many more benefits
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.