Job Description

Overview:
ENERPAC - Who we are?
Enerpac Tool Group Corp. is a premier industrial tools, services, technology and solutions provider serving a broad and diverse set of customers in more than 100 countries. The Company makes complex, often hazardous jobs possible safely and efficiently. Enerpac Tool Group's businesses are global leaders in high pressure hydraulic tools, controlled force products, and solutions for precise positioning of heavy loads that help customers safely and reliably tackle some of the most challenging jobs around the world. The Company was founded in 1910 and is headquartered in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. Enerpac Tool Group common stock trades on the NYSE under the symbol EPAC.
For further information on Enerpac Tool Group and its businesses, visit the Company's website at
At our company, we believe that in-person collaboration fuels innovation, strengthens relationships, and cultivates a dynamic culture where careers flourish. Our current in-office schedule is Tuesday through Thursday, providing opportunities for meaningful connections and teamwork. Starting September 1, 2025, we will expand our in-office presence to Monday through Thursday, with Friday as an optional work-from-home day, offering flexibility while maintaining a strong office culture. To support a professional and comfortable work environment, our dress code is always Business Casual.
Summary - Basic Function of the Role
We are looking to recruit a Payroll Manager to join our team in Cramlington on a permanent basis. This role is primarily on-site Monday to Thursday, with the option to work from home on Fridays.
The Payroll Manager will oversee payroll operations across multiple legal entities within the EMEA region, leading a team of payroll specialists. The role involves managing complex monthly payrolls, including processing weekly timesheets, clock cards, overtime, and deductions for both hourly and salaried employees.
In addition, the position supports the finance function with payroll and headcount reporting and ensures that all internal controls and SOX compliance requirements are maintained in line with internal and external audit standards.
Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage and process complex payrolls across multiple EMEA entities, ensuring timely and accurate completion within strict internal and agency deadlines.
• Validate all payroll inputs and resolve queries before submission to payroll providers.
• Process monthly payroll transactions, including salaries, overtime, holiday pay, statutory payments, RSUs, bonuses, and share purchases/awards.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant payroll legislation, including statutory payments and reporting requirements.
• Collate and process timesheets from various sites, incorporating shift differentials, grade-based pay, and salary adjustments.
• Collaborate with HR on the accurate processing of new starters, leavers, contractual changes, and ongoing reporting.
• Reconcile monthly payrolls and calculate employer tax liabilities.
• Manage third-party deductions such as court orders and charitable donations.
• Oversee multiple pension schemes, including auto-enrolment, joiners/leavers, re-enrolment cycles, and year-end pension processes.
• Ensure all required payroll filings and documentation are submitted in line with local government deadlines.
• Generate and deliver statistical reports and management information for HR and Finance teams.
• Support HR during annual pay reviews and bonus calculations.
• Assist with new hire onboarding and payroll-related inductions.
• Investigate and resolve payroll queries from employees and external parties.
• Review and verify people-related invoices, including pensions and insurance.
• Liaise with external providers and government bodies, including during labour tax audits.
• Administer tasks within payroll systems such as Cintra IQ and SD Worx (e.g., holiday setup, user resets).
• Carry out ad hoc payroll-related duties, such as processing fines or other assignments requested by the Commercial Finance Director or International Controller.

• Proven ability to work independently in a standalone payroll role, while also capable of managing and developing a team of payroll specialists.
• Strong focus on process improvement, with the ability to drive standardisation and simplification across payroll operations.
• Working knowledge of payroll systems such as SD Worx, ADP, and Cintra (preferred).
• Exceptional accuracy, attention to detail, and numeracy skills.
• High level of professional integrity, with experience handling sensitive data in line with GDPR and internal compliance standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with fluent English proficiency.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (e.g. VLOOKUPs, PivotTables), as well as Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

• Significant hands-on payroll experience across multiple entities or regions.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience managing payroll via third-party providers or agencies.
• Background working closely with non-finance managers to support business operations.
• Exposure to both product and service-oriented business environments (beneficial).
• Experience leading or managing people within a payroll or finance function.
• Payroll-related qualifications or certifications (e.g. CIPP) are desirable but not essential.

• 25 days annual leave plus statutory days
• Employer Pension Contribution
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Engagement with Employee Resource Groups which can provide leadership and networking opportunities.
• Community Outreach programs embedded in the Company's culture.