Payroll & HR Systems Manager
| Posting date: | 30 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £47,181 to £51,356 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Pay Award Pending |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 May 2026 |
| Location: | Winsford, Cheshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 09/26/PSM |
Summary
Payroll & HR Systems Manager
Cheshire Fire & Rescue Service, People & Organisational Development Department
Starting Salary of £47,181 within the Salary Scale PM2 range £47,181 - £51,356 per annum based on experience (pay award pending)
37 hours per week
Permanent
This position is based in an open plan office in HQ
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a credible and highly organised professional to lead our Payroll and Pensions team.
To be successful in this role you will need substantial experience of leading a team delivering payroll, pensions and HR data/systems activity in a complex organisation across multiple sets of terms and conditions.
Your qualifications and extensive knowledge of payroll practice and HMRC requirements will enable you to provide advice and guidance to managers and employees on a range of technical payroll and pensions issues.
You will be a good communicator, have a strong focus on accuracy, and will be able to use your interpersonal skills to instil confidence and influence a wide range of stakeholders.
You should also have experience of leading workforce data reporting as well as comprehensive understanding of HR/Payroll systems and how they enable effective delivery of a HR function, as you will be required to play a leading role in the specification and implementation of a new HR/Payroll system.
You will be an inclusive and collaborative leader with a positive ‘can-do’ mindset. For this role you will also need a high level of resilience and the ability to successfully de-liver against fixed deadlines.
If you are up for the challenge, you will be joining one of the country’s highest per-forming Fire and Rescue Services, and alongside a generous benefits package we can offer the successful candidate a friendly, supportive and inclusive working environment, where you will be developed to reach your full potential.
To apply please complete the job application form and provide evidence of competency against the requirements of the attached job description.
CFRS offers an excellent benefits package to all our staff including a Local Government Pension Scheme, attractive holiday entitlement, training and development opportunities and access to free parking and an on-site gym.
Further information, a full job description and application form can be found using the links to the right, or alternatively contact the HR Recruitment Team at recruitment@cheshirefire.gov.uk
Please ensure you read the ‘Application Guidance Notes before’ completing your application.
Please return completed application forms via email to recruit-ment@cheshirefire.gov.uk
Please quote job reference 09/26/PSM on your application form.
Closing Date for Applications: 9:00am Friday 15th May
Workplace Adjustments and Accommodations
It is important that you consider at an early stage of the process if you would like to request arrangements that will assist you in completing the selection process. For example, in relation to disability; a neurodiverse condition such as dyslexia; pregnancy; religion or belief; or injury etc. Any requests for workplace adjustments will be treated with the utmost confidence. For support or further information please email: recruitment@cheshirefire.gov.uk
Appointment to this post is subject to a satisfactory Standard Disclosure & Barring Service check.
Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) is committed to keeping vulnerable adults, children and young people safe from harm in all the work that CFRS under-takes. CFRS recognises that it has a legal and moral obligation to safeguard these groups of people. Furthermore, it acknowledges that the protection of vulnerable adults, children and young people from harm is the responsibility of everybody within the organisation.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups such as women, people from ethnic minority backgrounds, the LGBT+ community, people with disabilities, and those with non-traditional career paths. If you’re passionate about the role we would encourage you to apply — your unique perspective could be exactly what we’re looking for.
Cheshire Fire & Rescue Service, People & Organisational Development Department
Starting Salary of £47,181 within the Salary Scale PM2 range £47,181 - £51,356 per annum based on experience (pay award pending)
37 hours per week
Permanent
This position is based in an open plan office in HQ
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a credible and highly organised professional to lead our Payroll and Pensions team.
To be successful in this role you will need substantial experience of leading a team delivering payroll, pensions and HR data/systems activity in a complex organisation across multiple sets of terms and conditions.
Your qualifications and extensive knowledge of payroll practice and HMRC requirements will enable you to provide advice and guidance to managers and employees on a range of technical payroll and pensions issues.
You will be a good communicator, have a strong focus on accuracy, and will be able to use your interpersonal skills to instil confidence and influence a wide range of stakeholders.
You should also have experience of leading workforce data reporting as well as comprehensive understanding of HR/Payroll systems and how they enable effective delivery of a HR function, as you will be required to play a leading role in the specification and implementation of a new HR/Payroll system.
You will be an inclusive and collaborative leader with a positive ‘can-do’ mindset. For this role you will also need a high level of resilience and the ability to successfully de-liver against fixed deadlines.
If you are up for the challenge, you will be joining one of the country’s highest per-forming Fire and Rescue Services, and alongside a generous benefits package we can offer the successful candidate a friendly, supportive and inclusive working environment, where you will be developed to reach your full potential.
To apply please complete the job application form and provide evidence of competency against the requirements of the attached job description.
CFRS offers an excellent benefits package to all our staff including a Local Government Pension Scheme, attractive holiday entitlement, training and development opportunities and access to free parking and an on-site gym.
Further information, a full job description and application form can be found using the links to the right, or alternatively contact the HR Recruitment Team at recruitment@cheshirefire.gov.uk
Please ensure you read the ‘Application Guidance Notes before’ completing your application.
Please return completed application forms via email to recruit-ment@cheshirefire.gov.uk
Please quote job reference 09/26/PSM on your application form.
Closing Date for Applications: 9:00am Friday 15th May
Workplace Adjustments and Accommodations
It is important that you consider at an early stage of the process if you would like to request arrangements that will assist you in completing the selection process. For example, in relation to disability; a neurodiverse condition such as dyslexia; pregnancy; religion or belief; or injury etc. Any requests for workplace adjustments will be treated with the utmost confidence. For support or further information please email: recruitment@cheshirefire.gov.uk
Appointment to this post is subject to a satisfactory Standard Disclosure & Barring Service check.
Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) is committed to keeping vulnerable adults, children and young people safe from harm in all the work that CFRS under-takes. CFRS recognises that it has a legal and moral obligation to safeguard these groups of people. Furthermore, it acknowledges that the protection of vulnerable adults, children and young people from harm is the responsibility of everybody within the organisation.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups such as women, people from ethnic minority backgrounds, the LGBT+ community, people with disabilities, and those with non-traditional career paths. If you’re passionate about the role we would encourage you to apply — your unique perspective could be exactly what we’re looking for.
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