<div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">We are hiring! We are looking to recruit an Assistant Payroll Manager to join our growing Payroll team. This role is crucial for providing excellent payroll management for Wickes Building Supplier and is an integral part of our HRSS team, reporting directly to the Payroll Manager.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">In this role, you will work closely with the Payroll Manager to oversee the daily partnership with our payroll vendor. Your responsibilities will include supervising the preparation and processing of payroll for all employees, ensuring both accuracy and strict adherence to internal policies and legal regulations.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"></span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Additionally, this position will be actively involved in the training and development of the Payroll team. We are looking for a leader who can foster a collaborative environment, both within Payroll Services and across other departments, to deliver exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will also be adept at identifying, analysing, and articulating process and technology improvements, and will stay informed about current trends in payroll.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"><br></span></div><div><ul><li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Ownership for delivery of BAU Payroll, with two direct reports:</span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Overseeing the delivery of monthly payroll, alongside annual payroll calendars and tasks (e.g. P11d's PSA)</span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Provide exceptional experience, resulting in high customer satisfaction.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Liaising between outsource provider and functional staff to resolve issues efficiently and within agreed service level agreements.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Assisting the payroll manager in gathering feedback from various teams to identify areas for improving vendor services and recommend enhancements to the payroll function.</span></li></ul></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"><strong>Payroll Services Governance:</strong></span></div><div><ul><li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Day-to-day liaison with the outsourced payroll service providers to ensure delivery of the payroll processes&nbsp;</span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Manage responsive, accurate, and timely resolution for common payroll vendor services inquiries.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Review additional services payments against contractual obligations and find opportunities for reducing occurrences.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Directly accountable to ensure that Payroll service meets all applicable service level agreements in Manager absence</span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Assisting the payroll Manager in ensuring the Standard Operating Procedures are kept up to date with current payroll service provider model practices and procedures.</span></li></ul></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"><strong><br></strong></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"><strong>What are we looking for:</strong></span></div><div><ul><li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Demonstrable track record of leading Payroll within a large, complex, organisation.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">7+ years (or equivalent) of experience in running a in-house payroll or an outsourced payroll provider&nbsp;</span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Possess a deep understanding and experience of payroll (e.g. statutory payments, pension/auto-enrolment, manual calculations) and HMRC regulations</span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Strong leadership and team management skills.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Possess strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Apply sound judgement and discretion with sensitive information.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Passion for providing exceptional quality service and striving for exceeding business' expectations.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Issue resolution, solution oriented, and accountability.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Analytical skills with ability to produce and effectively articulate recommendations to leadership.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">General understanding of HR and Payroll system databases, functions and processes, specifically cross-functional touch points.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Outstanding leadership quality, business commercial awareness.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Proficiency in payroll software and Google&nbsp;</span></li></ul></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"><strong>Desirable:&nbsp;</strong></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">CIPP or equivalent qualification</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"><strong>What can we offer you:</strong></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">You’ll be supported with fantastic learning and development and have the opportunity to grow and develop your career with us.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">We’ll also equip you with a benefits package that includes:</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"><br></span></div><div><ul><li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Competitive bonus</span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Private medical healthcare</span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Save-as-you-earn scheme</span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Contributory pension scheme</span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Colleague discount</span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Discount platform including savings and cash back at numerous retailers, savings on gym membership, cycle to work scheme</span></li></ul></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Our widely recognised wellbeing strategy is something we’re proud of at Wickes. As part of this, we offer a range of health and wellbeing benefits and support, including an Employee Assistance Programme, financial education &amp; loans, and access to parental, menopause and fertility support.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">By giving you the support you need to do well at work, and the flexibility to make life work for you. We are giving you a career that doesn’t put your life on hold. Where you can be yourself, do your best work, and make a positive difference every day.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">We recognise the value of bringing our teams together to collaborate, support each other and build on our amazing culture. We are also encouraging our teams to work flexibly, with a blend of remote / office working.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"><strong>About Us:</strong></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Wickes is a multi-channel retailer operating in the home improvement market. With 50 years in industry, Wickes now generates revenue in excess of £1.6bn across 230 stores delivered by 8,000+ colleagues.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">But it is the Wickes culture that we are really proud of. It's a collaborative, down to earth, fun and inclusive environment where people feel part of a winning team. All our colleagues come from different backgrounds, but what we all have in common is a determination to succeed and a passion for being the best we can be. If that sounds like you, we’ll make you feel right at home.</span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">&nbsp;Vacancy Reference #</span><font color="#222222" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">99639</font></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Please contact us&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.wickescareers.co.uk/reasonable-adjustments" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.wickescareers.co.uk/reasonable-adjustments&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1665218416227000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2727RLDdu25CVf4RaodB8R" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">here</a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">&nbsp;if you require any adjustments within the application process.&nbsp; If you require any reasonable adjustments at the interview stage you will have an opportunity to inform us when we invite you to interview. 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