Payroll Operations Team Leader (fixed-term)

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Welcome to Center Parcs – the number one choice for short break holidays, employing a team of over 10,000 across Head Office and six separate villages located in the UK and Ireland.

PAYROLL OPERATIONS TEAM LEADER (FIXED-TERM) | £35,000 per annum

Hybrid role with 2 days in the office and 3 days home-working

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Payroll team as Payroll Operations Team Leader on a fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave until the beginning of July 2026.

In this role, you will support the Payroll Operations Delivery Lead in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for 6 villages, whilst maintaining compliance with internal controls and external regulations.

Working with the Payroll Operations Delivery Lead, you will manage,  coach, mentor and upskill the Payroll team, helping to nurture a positive, inclusive and transparent working environment.

The successful candidate will have experience in payroll operations, ideally within a multi-site or complex environment.  A good working knowledge of UK payroll legislation and compliance is required, along with excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.  A collaborative mindset with a passion for team development and continuous improvement is also required.

HOURS OF WORK

This is a fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave until the beginning of July 2026.

You will be contracted to work 150 hours per 4-week period on a flexible basis.  Normal working hours are 9am to 5pm Monday – Friday and you will be required to work 1 Saturday in 4, with a rest day taken to compensate within the period.

You may also be required to work some bank holidays.

Please note, this role will be hybrid with a mixture of 2 days in the office and 3 days home-working.  The office days will usually be on a Monday and Tuesday, but please note that this may occasionally change according to business need.

ABOUT YOU

Essential requirements:

• Good knowledge of UK payroll legislation
• In-depth ResourceLink or similar payroll system knowledge
• GCSE in Maths and English grade C or equivalent
• Previous experience in working in a payroll department and supervising a team
• Previous experience in data entry/processing
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Good team player
• Excellent communication skills

Desirable requirements:

• CIPP’s Payroll Practitioner Certificate
• Knowledge of Irish payroll legislation
• Experience of Dayforce WFM and Payroll

ABOUT THE BENEFITS

Center Parcs is a fantastic place to work, and the benefits are as impressive as they are unique. Here are just a few:

• Colleague Bonus Scheme
• Pension Scheme with Life Assurance
• Colleague Recognition and Reward Scheme – offering a choice of Center Parcs and High Street vouchers
• Free use of our leisure facilities
• Discounted Center Parcs breaks
• 20% discount in our restaurant and retail outlets
• Access to Perks at Work Portal - offering a wide range of retail and leisure discounts
• An Employee Assistance Program - providing support on financial, health and legal matters
• Excellent opportunities for career development and progression with the opportunity to gain externally recognised qualifications

If this sounds like your ideal job, then we’d love to see your application.

Closing date: 10th June 2025 at 12 Noon

Interviews to be held:  18th and 19th June 2025

Please note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.

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We recognise that we’re all at our best when we’re being ourselves. We are committed to building a culture that champions diversity, equity and inclusion, where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want them to feel valued for their individuality, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging. We place a lot of value on recruiting based on behaviours rather than prioritising qualifications or experience.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, please let us know if you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process.

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