Overview
At IRIS Software Group, we’re on a mission to make work life simpler for thousands of businesses, schools, and accountancy firms. And one of the most important ways we do that? By making sure people get paid, on time and right. Every. Single. Time.
That’s where our amazing Managed Payroll Services team comes in. We’re growing – and now on the lookout for Client Payroll Executives and Senior Client Payroll Executives to join us in Leeds city centre (LS1 2AY).
If you love running payrolls like clockwork, enjoy chatting to clients, and have a knack for solving problems, this could be your perfect next move. 🙌
🌟 What Will You Be Doing?
As a Client Payroll Executive, you’ll be:
- Managing end-to-end payrolls for your own portfolio of clients (education or commercial)
- Handling starters, leavers, pensions, RTI submissions, BACS files and more
- Acting as the friendly, reliable point of contact for your clients
- Keeping cool under pressure and meeting tight deadlines
- Explaining things clearly, solving issues quickly and keeping everything on track
As a Senior Payroll Executive, you’ll also:
- Tackle trickier payroll queries and escalations like a pro
- Mentor and support junior team members
- Check payrolls for accuracy and help maintain high standards
- Contribute to improving our processes and ways of working
We ask you to be in the Leeds office 3+ days a week – so you’ll get face time with your team, plenty of support, and a genuinely collaborative vibe. The rest of the week? Work from wherever suits you best.
🎓 What Are We Looking For?
- Experience running payrolls in a bureau or fast-paced in-house team
- A good grip on UK payroll legislation (RTI, auto-enrolment, statutory payments etc.)
- Great attention to detail and the ability to juggle multiple deadlines
- Brilliant communication skills – written, verbal and everything in between
- For senior roles: mentoring, quality checking and escalation experience
- Comfortable with payroll software and MS Excel
- Bonus points if you’ve got a CIPP Level 3/5 or other payroll qualification
💚 Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Flexible hybrid model – office structure with remote freedom
- A knowledgeable, welcoming team that genuinely has each other’s backs
- Clear progression paths into senior, specialist or leadership roles
- Optional CIPP membership and support to study further
- Top-tier benefits package – wellbeing support, income protection, perks and more
- The chance to make a real difference – helping our clients succeed by getting their payrolls right
📝 The Application Process
We’ve designed a supportive and inclusive process to help you shine:
1️⃣ Apply Online – Just send your CV and tell us a bit about yourself
2️⃣ Initial Chat + Short Assessments – A friendly intro call plus a couple of quick online tests
3️⃣ Final Interview with the Hiring Team (via Microsoft Teams) – A relaxed, engaging video interview so you can meet the team and ask any questions
👀 Sound Like You?
If you’re looking to join a business that values your experience, gives you room to grow, and makes work feel rewarding again – we’d love to hear from you.
Hit apply and let’s get started.
Salary: Competitive plus bonus
Location: Leeds
