Payroll Manager Job in University of Chester

Payroll Manager

Chester, ENG, GB, United Kingdom

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Job Description

A fantastic opportunity to join an established and supportive team at the University of Chester as our new Payroll Manager--a key role within the Human Resources management team.

We're looking for an experienced and enthusiastic professional to lead our in-house Payroll team. You will be responsible for delivering a seamless, accurate, and timely payroll service. From starters and leavers to pensions and statutory payments, you'll ensure every detail is handled with professionally and with precision and care.

You'll also oversee compliance with HMRC obligations, tax regulations, and audit requirements, while ensuring the smooth operation of our pension schemes, including the Teachers' Pension Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme, and Higher Education Defined Contribution Scheme, ensuring all payroll and pension processes are robust and compliant,

What we're looking for:

- A relevant payroll management qualification (e.g. CIPP) or equivalent experience.

- Proven experience managing complex payrolls and multiple pension schemes, with strong knowledge of PAYE processes, statutory reporting, and pension regulations.

- A proactive leader with a commitment to excellence and compliance.

- Knowledge of Pension Regulations and associated reporting and compliance

Interviews will be held on 4th November 2025

We encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants.

Candidates may download further details from our website and

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for the post via the University's job page - https://jobs.chester.ac.uk/vacancy.aspx?ref=0676-25

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 51,753.00-56,535.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Canteen Company pension Cycle to work scheme Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Flexitime Free flu jabs Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site gym On-site parking Sick pay Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chester CH1 4BJ

Application deadline: 16/10/2025
Reference ID: 0676-25

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