Temporary Payroll Business Partner

• Line managing and supporting payroll staff, ensuring high standards and consistent delivery
• Overseeing end‑to‑end payroll processing, including starters, leavers, changes, and statutory payments
• Reviewing payroll calculations and resolving complex or anomalous issues
• Producing and overseeing payroll reports, reconciliations, and BACS submissions
• Providing expert advice on payroll legislation, PAYE, NI, pensions, and auto‑enrolment
• Liaising with external bodies and statutory agencies as required
• Managing and supporting payroll system updates, testing, and improvements
• Ensuring compliance with statutory deadlines, year‑end processes, and reporting requirements
• Supporting the development and maintenance of payroll policies, procedures, and training

• Significant experience in a senior payroll or payroll leadership role
• Strong technical payroll knowledge with a proven ability to manage complex payroll environments
• Experience of line managing or supporting payroll staff
• Confident advising stakeholders on payroll legislation and best practice
• Organised, detail‑focused, and able to work under pressure to tight deadlines

Experience using iTrent or STAR payroll systems is highly desirable

• Weekly pay
• 28 days paid annual leave (Based on a weekly accrual)
• Access to discount vouchers with many high street brands
• Eye care vouchers and money towards glasses should you require them for VDU purposes
• We can search for permanent work whilst you're in assignments and offer expert interview support and advice
• Pension scheme option (with employer contributions)
• Statutory Sick Pay
• Access to our assistance programme that provides free, confidential, and independent advice on a range of issues including grief, stress, and legal issues