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Lawfront is one of the UK's fastest-growing legal groups, bringing together high-performing regional law firms under a single, forward-thinking structure. We combine local expertise with the strength of a national platform, enabling our firms to deliver exceptional client service while benefiting from centralised support, investment, and strategic leadership. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a qualified Group Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations across our multi-entity group and help shape a best-in-class payroll function. The Opportunity This is a senior, hands-on role responsible for delivering accurate, compliant payroll across multiple law firms within the Lawfront Group. You will lead payroll strategy, standardise processes, and support the integration of newly acquired firms. You will work closely with HR, Finance, and senior leadership, ensuring payroll excellence across a complex and growing organisation. Key Responsibilities Payroll Leadership • Manage and deliver end-to-end payroll for multiple group entities, • Ensure timely and accurate monthly payroll processing, • Oversee payroll controls, reconciliations, and audit requirements Compliance & Governance • Ensure full compliance with HMRC regulations, PAYE, NI, pensions, and statutory reporting, • Lead year-end processes including P11Ds and PSA submissions, • Maintain GDPR-compliant payroll data and documentation Systems & Process Improvement • Standardise payroll processes across the group, • Support payroll system upgrades, integrations, and automation, • Lead payroll onboarding for newly acquired firms Stakeholder Engagement • Act as the group's subject-matter expert for payroll, • Partner with HR and Finance to resolve queries and improve workflows, • Provide clear reporting and insights to senior management About You We're looking for a confident, qualified payroll professional who thrives in a dynamic, multi-entity environment. You will bring: • A recognised payroll qualification (CIPP or equivalent) *Significant experience managing payroll at scale • Strong technical knowledge of UK payroll legislation, • Experience in multi-entity or group environments, • Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills, • A proactive, solutions-focused approach, • Experience in professional services or acquisitive organisations (desirable) What We Offer • A key role within a growing, ambitious national legal group., • Opportunities for progression as the group continues to expand., • A collaborative, supportive finance team., • Hybrid working and flexibility., • Competitive salary and benefits package. How to Apply If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact within a growing organisation, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your CV confirming salary expectations #LI

Are you an experienced Payroll professional seeking challenge, influence and purpose? Our client, a people‑centred public sector organisation committed to staff wellbeing and development, now has a fantastic opportunity for an exceptional Payroll Manager to lead their payroll and pensions function. This pivotal role will suit someone who enjoys complexity, values accuracy, and wants their work to make a real difference to the lives of colleagues. This isn't a routine payroll role. It's strategic, people‑focused, and influential - with the opportunity to shape systems, advise senior leaders, and lead a dedicated payroll team. Reporting to the Director of People and working closely with the CEO, CFO and other leaders, this role will provide genuine visibility and influence. As Payroll Manager, you will: Lead and develop the organisation's in-house payroll and pensions service, ensuring it is accurate, compliant and timely Act as an expert on payroll, pensions and contractual matters, providing clear, confident advice to colleagues and senior leaders Oversee monthly in-house payroll for a large, complex workforce, including pensions, statutory returns and year‑end activity Line manage and develop payroll staff, creating a supportive and high‑performing team Work closely with HR and Finance colleagues to improve systems, reporting and processes Anticipate and implement changes in legislation, ensuring the organisation remains compliant and well‑informedTo be considered you will require: Significant experience in payroll and pensions, ideally gained in a large or complex organisation, preferably within the education sector or wider public sector A recognised relevant payroll or pensions qualification (e.g. CIPP), or be working towards this Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, PAYE, HMRC and pension schemes Experience of using and developing usage of payroll systems (EduPay desirable) The ability to manage deadlines, detail and competing priorities and explain complex information clearly and tactfully Knowledge and experience of public sector pensions schemes such as TPS and/or LGPS

Interim Payroll, Pensions & Onboarding Manager. A growing multi-site organisation is seeking an experienced Payroll, Pensions & Onboarding Manager to support payroll operations during a period of expansion. This is a varied role combining payroll oversight, pensions administration, stakehold

Pensions Accounting and Investment Manager (Finance).

With your pensions experience, you will support senior management and directly lead Pensions Team Managers to deliver in line with the business strategy and business plan. Lead a team of Pensions Team Managers to deliver a first-class, high-quality service. You will be responsible for operational pe

A financial services company in Greater London is seeking a Project Manager to lead and deliver projects involving third-party administrators in pensions and software sectors.

Join Our Team as an Operational Risk Manager (Maternity Cover - 12 Months).

Transport for London is seeking a Pensions Finance Manager to oversee financial transactions, ensuring compliance and effective cash flow management. The ideal candidate will have a recognised accounting qualification and substantial experience in pensions accounting.

Providing expert advice solutions to pensions queries and pensions consultative advice; keeping abreast of technical and legislative developments within the pensions industry. Administration Manager - Pensions. Third party pensions administration experience preferred, although strong all-round exper

The Corporate Governance Manager will act as a trusted adviser to the business (being Local Pensions Partnership Ltd and its holding company – together the “Group”), leading confidently on secretariat support and advice for selected Boards/committees, supporting and strengthening our Governanc

Business Development Manager - Pensions. This is a fantastic opportunity for Business Development Manager to join Royal London in a key role delivering agreed new business targets from a strong panel of Intermediaries, with a particular focus on broadening and deepening our reach across the UK finan

M&G in Greater London seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead complex projects within their Life business unit.

A leading insurance and pension provider is seeking a Business Development Manager to deliver sales targets and develop relationships with Intermediaries across South Yorkshire.

A leading investment partnership in Greater London is seeking a Corporate Governance Manager to provide secretariat support and improve governance frameworks.

Accountable to the Pensions Finance Lead. Monitoring investment transactions against compliance with the agreed criteria as set out in the Investment Managers' and the Global Custodian mandates. Ensuring all investment transactions are correctly processed and recorded by the Global Custodian and Inv

Successful candidates will have strong project management skills and previous experience in the DB pensions area.

Proven experience of defined benefit pensions, and an ability to provide pensions consultancy, acting as a subject matter expert on administration issues. Pensions (PMI) or related business qualifications with a recognised professional body, preferably APMI / FPMI (or equivalent) is desirable. We ha

Aptia UK Limited is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to manage complex projects in pensions administration and consulting.

As a Senior Pensions Manager, the successful candidate will be working as part of the outsourced pensions management and scheme secretarial team. Our client is looking to appoint a Senior Pensions Manager in their London office. If you\u2019re ready to take the next step in your as a Senior Pensions

We are seeking a Transition Manager to lead the successful delivery of buy‑in and buy‑out pension scheme transitions.

CBRE UK is looking for a Benefits Manager to oversee the administration of employee benefits across the UK.

Future of London is seeking a finance professional to manage the TfL Pension Fund's financial accounting system.The role emphasizes investment accounting and compliance with procedures, supported by a qualified team.Key responsibilities include ensuring accurate processing of investment transactions

Our purpose is to pay the pensions of our current and future policyholders. Specific accountabilities assigned to the role of Transition Manager within the Transition function:.

Hogan Lovells is looking for a Marketing and Business Development Manager to work with the Head of C&F M&BD EMEA and UK partners.

We are seeking an experienced and detail-driven Payroll & Pensions Manager to lead the delivery of an efficient, compliant, and high-quality payroll and pensions service. You will have the opportunity to shape and improve payroll and pensions services while working in a collaborative and supportive

A leading pension services firm is seeking a Senior Pensions Manager in London to oversee a portfolio of clients in an outsourced pensions management team.

Join the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) as our Senior Employee Experience Manager and play a pivotal role in embedding the leadership ecosystem, strengthening performance and shaping what it truly feels like to work here. Senior Employee Experience Manager.

Alexander Lloyd is seeking a project manager to support hybrid roles in London. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in the pensions industry and a project management qualification.

Working closely with various Stakeholders, including the Pensions Manager, Trustees, their professional advisers, Participating employers, the Pensions Regulator and the Strategist Group. Ensuring ongoing compliance with the Pensions Act 2017, under the supervision regime for authorised master trust

A leading pensions consultancy is looking to appoint an experienced Defined Benefit Team Manager to join their growing Pensions Administration team. Team Manager - DB Pensions Administration. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong Senior Pensions Administrator or Team Leader looking to take t

We have an exciting opportunity to join our change team at PIC for a Project Manager to lead and deliver projects involving third-party administrators who operate in the pensions and software space. Good technical knowledge in the project delivery of operations/pensions applications. Ideally with kn

Senior technical expert and point of regular contact for key stakeholders; providing advice on complex matters relating to the provision of pensions and related benefits as directed by the Head of Pensions. Significant experience of pensions systems and best practice [DESIRABLE]. Experience of worki

Specialist Recruit International is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations in a growing and supportive accountancy environment.

M&GPrudential is looking for a Regional Account Manager based in Essex to drive sales and account management for our insurance products.

The Solutions Project Manager oversees the delivery and support of the projects within the Transformation programme using Isio’s project management processes and standards. The role requires pensions experience and practical knowledge of project delivery using Agile and Waterfall processes to deli

A leading financial services company in the UK is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver projects within the pensions sector.

Working closely with the wider C&F M&BD team on the delivery of global marketing programs, campaigns, thought leadership and social media efforts to raise the profile of our Pensions and Corporate transactional practices in the UK and international markets; contributing to the Pensions and Corporate

The Morgan Law client in Essex is looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to lead their payroll and pensions function. The ideal candidate will have significant payroll experience, a recognized qualification, and a strong understanding of payroll legislation and public sector pensions.

The Client Manager is an integral part of the Pensions Governance team and is responsible for assisting the Client Directors, who act as Trustee, to manage a portfolio of clients. Good technical knowledge of UK pensions and scheme governance. Have sound knowledge of ZEDRA Governance’s key markets

Pensions Operations Risk Manager. Ideally experienced in pension scheme operational risk management or audit or involved with oversight of controls for pensions administration operations e. Joining this £multi‑billion Pension fund’s second‑line risk function you will play a key part in overse

Treasury function of the Fund and work closely with the in-house investment team, investment managers and the Global Custodian on investment transactions. The legal and tax law regarding pensions and finance. Substantial experience of reviewing and reconciling Global Custodian investment accounts to

We have an exciting opportunity to join our change team at PIC for a Project Manager to lead and deliver projects involving third-party administrators who operate in the pensions and software space. Good technical knowledge in the project delivery of operations/pensions applications. Ideally with kn

We are looking for candidates with a background in pensions management, scheme secretarial, pensions administration or pensions project management. Your verbal and written communications will be tailored to suit the needs of the audience, and you will be an active promoter of our pensions management

A professional services firm in Greater London is seeking a Client Support Manager to join their client servicing team. Candidates with backgrounds in intermediary, insurer, or pensions administration are encouraged to apply.

The Health & Social Care Recruitment Agency is looking for a Payroll Manager to lead the payroll function at Lewisham Council. You'll ensure timely processing of salaries and pensions, act as the expert for payroll queries, and apply payroll legislation for compliance.

Coaching, developing and leading a high‑performing payroll and pensions team.

You will have the opportunity to shape and improve payroll and pensions services while working in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Experienced Payroll & Pensions Manager needed to oversee end-to-end payroll operations, ensure statutory compliance, and manage public-sector pension schemes in a hybrid working environment.