HR & Payroll Manager

HR & Payroll Manager Location: Hammersmith, London Salary: £44,605 – £47,656 per annum (Scale P02) Contract: Full-time, Permanent Start Date: 26 January 2026 Closing Date: 9 am, Thursday 4 December 2025 About the Role A highly regarded and well-established educational organisation in Hammersmith is seeking an experienced HR & Payroll Manager to oversee its HR operations and payroll function. This is an excellent opportunity to join a workplace known for its warm, welcoming atmosphere, strong leadership and supportive culture. Staff value the organisation’s genuine commitment to wellbeing, its clear systems, and its focus on collaboration and professional growth. In this key role, you will become part of a team that takes pride in looking after its people, offering generous holiday entitlement, a high-quality pension scheme, and access to wellbeing initiatives. You’ll benefit from ongoing professional development, opportunities to lead meaningful HR projects, and the chance to make a real impact by supporting staff who directly contribute to young people’s success. The organisation provides modern facilities, a comfortable working environment, and excellent transport links—making it a positive and rewarding place to develop your HR career. Key Responsibilities * Manage the full monthly payroll cycle including starters, leavers, amendments and reconciliation. * Oversee HR administration, contracts, compliance and safer recruitment. * Lead recruitment from job advert to induction, ensuring best practice at every stage. * Provide guidance on HR policy, employment law, performance, wellbeing and employee relations. * Maintain accurate HR reporting and ensure full statutory compliance. * Develop and improve HR systems, processes and policies. * Work closely with senior leaders to support strategic HR planning. What We’re Looking For * Strong HR and payroll management experience, ideally within education or the public sector. * Confident knowledge of UK employment law and payroll processes. * Highly organised with excellent attention to detail. * Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships at all levels. * Competent in HR software and Microsoft Office. * CIPD Level 5+ desirable but not essential. How to Apply Please submit your CV and a supporting statement outlining your suitability for the role by 9 am on Thursday 4 December 2025. A detailed job description and person specification are available on request