SALARY: COMPETITIVE PLUS BENEFITSLOCATION: MANCHESTER STORE SUPPORT CENTRE, MANCHESTER, M4 3ALCONTRACT TYPE: PERMANENTBUSINESS AREA: GROUP HRCLOSING DATE: 21 AUGUST 2025REQUISITION ID: 400010340

Our people are at the heart of our business, and we are looking for those that are just as passionate about that as we are. Join our People team, and come with us on a journey as we transform the way we do HR. Our team is made up of business partners working with leaders to get the most out of their teams, specialist knowledge in our centres of expertise, and colleague-centric, efficient people services. Our work ranges from making sure that our 150,000+ colleagues are paid on time to attracting brilliant talent to drive our strategy, to unlocking the skills and capability of our colleagues. This is a fast-moving business, and we make sure our policies and rewards keep up with that too. We know flexibility is important and helps you be more productive so there’s more choice than ever about where and when you work. When it comes to your development, we’ll support your growth in your own unique way. When you join us, you’ll be joining a team that knows just what it means to be happy and engaged, and who makes a real impact across our business.

You’ll lead the overall Payroll team, ensuring the accurate and timely processing and control of payroll across the business. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will be responsible for maintaining payroll on a weekly, periodic, or ad hoc basis, overseeing the preparation and reconciliation of payments to colleagues and third parties, and providing professional service and advice to the wider People and Finance teams. Your role will involve resource planning, continuous improvement initiatives, upskilling and training of team members, and ensuring that payroll processes align with company and statutory policies and procedures. Additionally, you will oversee validation of all remote input to the payroll system, collaborate with stakeholders to enhance the colleague experience, drive strategic decision-making, and maintain high standards of data confidentiality and compliance.