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.
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.
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.

ABOUT US:

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.
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.
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• Ownership for delivery of BAU Payroll, with two direct reports:
• Overseeing the delivery of monthly payroll, alongside annual payroll calendars and tasks (e.g. P11d’s PSA)
• Provide exceptional experience, resulting in high customer satisfaction.
• Liaising between outsource provider and functional staff to resolve issues efficiently and within agreed service level agreements.
• Assisting the payroll manager in gathering feedback from various teams to identify areas for improving vendor services and recommend enhancements to the payroll function.