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Sizewell C is one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects. As our workforce grows, we are building a modern People function to support thousands of employees. We are seeking an experienced Payroll, Pensions & Reward Manager to design and lead our long-term operating model. You will shape the strategy for payroll, pensions and reward (in-house vs outsourced), oversee day-to-day service delivery, and ensure compliance, accuracy and best practice across the function. This role combines strategic leadership, operational oversight, vendor management, and senior stakeholder engagement.
Job Responsibility:
Design the long-term payroll, pensions and reward operating model
Lead daily payroll, reward and benefits operations
Act as the senior escalation point for complex queries
Manage outsourced payroll, reward and pensions providers
Validate and sign off payroll files for audit and compliance
Lead salary/benefits benchmarking and reward strategy
Oversee DC pension scheme administration
Produce reporting and insights for HR SLT and the Remuneration Committee
Ensure all processes meet legal, audit and governance standards
Support major change activity and stakeholder engagement
Requirements:
Extensive experience in Payroll, Reward and/or Pensions leadership
Strong hands-on payroll & reward expertise, with benefits experience
Experience designing or managing in-house/outsourced operating models
CIPD Level 7, finance or equivalent qualification
Confident managing providers, SLAs and compliance
Strong stakeholder engagement skills and attention to detail
Experience in large, fast-paced, complex organisations
Nice to have:
Strong analytical and benchmarking skills
Project management and change experience
Knowledge of UK employment law and DC pension regulations
What we offer:
5% bonus
28 days + bank holidays (rising to 30 after 5 years)