We are looking for an experienced Payroll/HR Manager to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong hands-on Payroll expertise combined with HR knowledge.
It is vital that the successful applicant will have the necessary attention for detail to make a fast and lasting impact on the firm, as you will be key player in our day-to-day dealings with the national firm team members.

DESIRABLE SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven experience in payroll management, preferably in a professional services or legal environment.
• Proficiency in using payroll software and Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of pensions, statutory payments, benefits administration and employment law.
• Experience liaising with HMRC and responding to audits or queries.
• Formal payroll or finance-related qualifications (e.g. CIPP, AAT) desirable.

ABOUT US

Tuckers Solicitors are a leading Legal Aid and Private Client Criminal Defence Firm with a history dating back to 1984.
Our nationwide team of expert lawyers provides high-quality legal representation, successfully defending clients across a full range of criminal offences.
We are recognised by Chambers, The Legal 500 and Spears 500 for our dedication to excellence and integrity. We are an award-winning firm, with accolades including Legal Aid Lawyer of the Year, Justice Human Rights Lawyer of the Year, and The Law Society’s Solicitor of the Year Award.
We are proud that our Partners include the current president of the law society and past presidents of the Birmingham, Kent and Manchester law societies, as well as presidents of the London, and The West London Criminal Law Courts Solicitor’s Association.
While we are a well-established business, we are entering an exciting period of transformation and growth, bringing the dynamic energy of a start-up to our operations.

• Payroll Processing – Managing the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring timely and accurate payment to all staff, including checking reports, reconciling payroll data, and authorising BACs payments.
• Compliance & Reporting – Ensure payroll operations are compliant with HMRC regulations and employment law and prepare necessary reports for internal stakeholders and external auditors.
• Systems Management – Maintain and optimise payroll systems, ensuring they are accurate and aligned with internal procedures.
• HR Knowledge – To assist in maintaining accurate team member information, implementing it and onboarding new team members.
• Employee Queries – Serve as the main point of contact for payroll and other related queries from team members, resolving issues efficiently and with discretion and working closely with head office and regional partners.
• Data Management – Maintain employee records relating to salaries, bonuses, deductions, pensions, and leave entitlements, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality.
• Process Improvement – Continuously review and refine payroll and HR processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
• Collaboration – Work closely with Finance and Regional Partners to ensure HR and payroll changes are aligned with broader business and compliance needs.