Company Mission

Company values

• Operating in the UK and Europe, WGC is the leading outsourced hotel cleaning services provider. We are renowned for the quality and consistency of our work and for the professional approach we take to delivering services. This makes us the cleaning company of choice for many of the world's best-known hotel brands, as well as a diverse range of other businesses that are all eager to benefit from our five-star standards. We understand the importance of providing professional skilled staff who are thoroughly trained and vetted to give you the best possible levels of service. We also seek to innovate in products and service solutions across all the environments in which we operate. Many of our customers have fluid businesses and we provide them with the flexibility they require through a single service or a defined package. All of our solutions are designed to deliver the optimum productivity in the most appropriate way. WGC work hard to blend with our clients team, culture and operations. Our passion for excellence, positive dynamic approach and ability to evolve to meet our clients needs is all part of our fresh approach to these challenging and dynamic sectors in which we operate.. Job Title: Payroll Manager. Job Description:About WGCWGC is the UK's leading outsourced hotel housekeeping company, with 6000+ colleagues helping our clients deliver some of the best guest experiences to over 20 million customers each year. WGC is excited to be expanding its operations into Europe and beginning a programme of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) projects, that will enhance the way we do business. Overview of the roleWe are looking to hire an exceptional Payroll Manager to manage a team of six. Whilst the ideal candidate would be based around the Manchester / Northwest area we welcome candidates from across the UK. CIPP qualification is desirable, however fully supported study is available for the right person. Due to WGC’s rapid expansion in Europe, knowledge of the German language and/or payroll is highly desirable but not essential. Role and Responsibilities· Assist in the preparation and end-to-end payroll processing for 5000+ employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and legislation.· Ensure payroll complies with PAYE and other policy and legislative requirements.· Assist in conducting regular audits to ensure data integrity and accuracy. Prepare and analyse payroll reports as needed for both internal and external auditors as well as external reporting.· Oversee the maintenance and updates of the payroll system, ensuring it meets the needs of the organisation and complies with all regulations.· Supervise and support the payroll team, providing guidance, training, professional development and optimise performance.· Address and resolve payroll-related inquiries and discrepancies promptly and professionally.· Support in identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of the payroll function.· Work closely with HR, Finance, and other departments to ensure seamless integration of payroll processes with other business functions.· Assist in managing year-end payroll activities, and reconciliation tasks. Skills· Strong understanding of payroll systems and processes.· In-depth knowledge of payroll-related legislation.· Proficient in payroll software (e.g., ADP Celergo and or iTrent) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. Exposure to Business Objects would be an advantage.· Excellent organisational and time-management skills.· Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.· Exceptional attention to detail.· Effective communication and interpersonal skills. What we can offerIn return for your dedication, WGC offers an industry-leading package, with a salary of £40,000. We’ll build a career plan with you that includes training, mentoring, and extensive experience outside your current skill set to ensure you have some of the best opportunities to progress through the company. Other benefits include:· Employee Assistance Programme – EAP (GP, Counsellors, legal support and more)· WGC+, offering exclusive discounts· Free Life Insurance· Full workplace pension scheme· Internal Mental Health Champions Privacy StatementYour personal details will be used for recruitment purposes only and processed by WGC Limited in the UK. Full details can be requested from privacy@wgc.ltd.uk. By submitting your application, you consent to WGC processing your personal data. We hope it goes without saying that WGC values diversity and inclusion and encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply.