Derby City Council is looking for a Payroll Manager. It’s a permanent, full-time post based in The Council House, with hybrid working, paying £47,665 to £50,908 a year. Applications close on Sunday 15 November 2026.
About the role
Leads payroll, pensions and employee benefits within HR Shared Services at the Council House, Derby. Manages a team of 12 and runs payroll for 6,570 people across 17 payrolls, including sold-service schools.
About Derby City Council
Derby City Council is the unitary authority for the city of Derby, providing every local council service for the city from its offices at the Council House on Corporation Street. Derby is home to major engineering and transport employers, and the council plays a central role in the city's economy, regeneration and housing.
What they’re looking for
- End-to-end payroll experience in large organisation
- BACS and RTI submission experience
- Payroll, pensions and benefits legislation
- People leadership and team development
- Project management skills
- Good IT and data analysis skills
What’s on offer
- Local Government Pension Scheme with life cover
- 27 to 32 days' annual leave
- Hybrid working for many roles
- Tusker car benefit scheme
- Cycle2Work scheme
- Up to 15 hours volunteering leave
How to apply
You apply directly with Derby City Council: the Apply button takes you to their full advert. The closing date is 15 November 2026.
Interested in this role?
You’ll complete your application on Derby City Council’s website.
