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Payroll Manager

Robert Half • Chippenham, England, United Kingdom • Posted June 04, 2026

Location Chippenham, England
Job Type Full-time
Category Operations Specialties Managers
Posted June 04, 2026

Robert Half are supporting a well‑established organisation with the hire of an experienced Payroll Manager on a 6‑month temporary basis.

This is a hands‑on role overseeing a large, high‑volume payroll and ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery.

  • Ownership of end‑to‑end payroll.
  • Manage payroll deadlines, validations, and payroll runs (weekly / monthly as applicable)
  • Ensure compliance with HMRC, pension auto‑enrolment, statutory payments, and RTI submissions
  • Oversee payroll audits, reconciliations, and year‑end processes
  • Act as main point of contact for payroll queries across the business
  • Liaise with HR and Finance on starters, leavers, changes, and benefits
  • Support and, where required, manage payroll colleagues or bureau relationships




  • Proven experience as a Payroll Manager in a medium to large organisation
  • Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and best practice
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