Payroll & Benefits Lead

Payroll & Benefits Lead | Llansantffraid, Powys | Permanent | up to £40,000 + Bonus + Benefits

Are you an experienced payroll expert who will enjoy implementing best practice and improving systems and processes?

Are you excited by the idea of making a positive difference to a business that could hugely benefit from your experience?

The Company

Seymour John are delighted to be working in exclusive partnership with Wynnstay Plc to recruit an experienced Payroll & Benefits Lead to be based at their head office in Llansantffraid, Powys.

With the launch of Project Genesis, aiming at positively transforming and modernising the way the business operates, this truly is an exciting time to join the organisation. Your experience is wanted, and your ideas and opinions will be sought as you play an important role in helping the business move forward, jointly creating a better platform for the future of the Company, its employees and it’s customers.

The Opportunity

This is a key role within the People & Culture team, responsible for delivering an accurate, compliant and efficient payroll, pensions, and benefits service across the business. You’ll will be the Payroll Specialist, manage third-party partners, and play a central role in the upcoming implementation of a new HRIS and payroll system. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the end-to-end payroll function, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and internal governance
• Managing and developing internal payroll staff and external partners
• Overseeing all aspects of pension administration and statutory reporting
• Acting as the company’s subject matter expert on all payroll-related matters
• Supporting the rollout and testing of a new HR/payroll system
• Reviewing and developing benefits offerings, including flexible benefits
• Managing benefit renewals and employee communications
• Leading annual payroll processes including pay reviews, bonus payments, and gender pay gap reporting
• Working closely with Finance to ensure audit compliance and accurate financial reporting

Personal Profile

This role would suit a highly organised and experienced payroll professional who is confident operating at a senior level. You'll be hands-on and proactive, with a clear understanding of both the technical and human elements of payroll and benefits delivery. You will need:

• Proven experience in a senior payroll and/or benefits role
• In-depth knowledge of UK payroll legislation, tax compliance, and Auto-Enrolment
• Confident use of HRIS
• Strong people management and stakeholder communication skills
• A detail-focused and analytical approach, with the confidence to lead on system/process improvements
• Experience supporting or leading the implementation of new HR or payroll systems

Hours and Benefits

• Monday-Friday, 08:30-17:00 - fully site based
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Profit-related annual bonus
• Employee discount scheme
• Save As You Earn scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Access to health and wellbeing support
• Flexible working opportunities to help you blend working for Wynnstay with your personnel and family life.

TO APPLY

Please contact Michelle Willetts at Seymour John Ltd.

Seymour John is the exclusive recruitment partner chosen by Wynnstay Plc to fulfil this position who have a long and trusted relationship with the business. We can advise you on the people dynamics, culture fit and expectations to help you assess if this is the right move for you. Any CVs sent directly to Wynnstay plc will be forwarded to Seymour John for inclusion in their interview assessment process.

Closing date: Thursday 31st 2025.

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