Manager, Payroll Delivery, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Location: Newcastle-Upon-Tyne

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: Mar 13, 2026

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The opportunity

EY Tax is a market leader, renowned for delivering sustainable growth and empowering our people to shape their own careers. Our diverse, collaborative team advises on high-profile transactions, combining technical expertise, innovation and a genuine focus on continuous development. Join us to work on challenging, multi-country projects in a supportive, dynamic environment where your impact truly matters.

We are looking for driven and ambitious Payroll Delivery professionals who are keen to develop a challenging and stimulating career. As a Payroll Delivery Manager you will be responsible for delivery of high quality and timely payroll services to a portfolio of clients ranging in size and complexity.

This is an exciting role in our fast-growing UK Payroll Operate team. Payroll is a strategic growth driver for EY and therefore has senior leadership interest and support.

Your key responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing and ensure timely, accurate submissions for clients
• Review team work, provide technical guidance, and respond to payroll queries
• Oversee team performance, workload allocation, and compliance with procedures (finance, auto-enrolment, Quality and Risk standards)
• Support client transitions, coordinate globally, and develop additional payroll services
• Assist with audits and risk management, and participate in business development opportunities

Skills and attributes for success

What we look for

• Extensive hands-on experience with UK Payroll, especially in busy workplaces (experience in a payroll bureau is a plus).
• Strong knowledge of payroll rules, laws, and compliance, both in the UK and internationally, with up-to-date information.
• Experience managing statutory payments, deductions, and pension contributions.
• Good understanding of all processes connected to Payroll.
• Payroll qualifications such as CIPP are preferred.

Ideally, you'll also have

• Ability to work with internal/external customers globally and/or virtual basis
• Ability to support with the development of standard methodology, tools, and templates.

What we offer you

At EY, we'll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We'll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learnmore .

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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