Location
London

Hours
Part Time - 21 hours per week

Salary
£26,826 (pro rata)

About the Role
Shakespeare’s Globe is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager on a permanent, part-time basis to build and maintain collaborative relationships across the organisation. This role is responsible for managing and overseeing the in-house payroll and pension functions for approximately 375 permanent employees and a further 400 variable workers including casual, PAYE and non-PAYE staff via monthly and weekly payrolls throughout the year. Key responsibilities include oversight and account management of four pension schemes (NOW pensions, Aviva, Equity, and Musicians Union), working closely with the Payroll Assistant and other stakeholders to create automated processes, ensure appropriate controls, resolve payroll and pension queries, and maintain effective systems.
The Payroll Manager prepares payroll outputs and reports for review, ensuring timely final authorisation, sign-off, and release of payroll payments in line with agreed controls and delegated authorities. The role also involves escalating exceptions, variances, policy deviations, and high-risk items for decision and approval. Shakespeare’s Globe is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from underrepresented groups.

About Shakespeare’s Globe
We use Shakespeare's enduring relevance to ignite the power of theatre to spread empathy and launch cultural experiences that inspire hope at every stage of people's lives. Our vision is to be the world's most exciting centre for Shakespeare and theatre experiences.

Benefits
- Discount in the Globe shop and onsite restaurants/cafes
- Staff discounts via My Globe perks and better Bankside Buzzcard
- Free entry to selected shows, events and activities
- Access to a free employee assistance programme and 24/7 virtual GP service
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave and pay
- Life assurance scheme
- Rental deposit scheme and season ticket loans
- Flu vaccination scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Enhanced employer pension contributions after 12 months service

Experience
Proven experience managing payroll functions, ideally within a complex organisation with a diverse workforce. Experience with pension scheme oversight and payroll system automation is highly desirable.

About you
Collaborative and detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills. Able to build effective relationships across departments and communicate clearly with stakeholders. Committed to maintaining compliance and accuracy in payroll processing. Enthusiastic about contributing to an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Qualifications
Relevant payroll qualifications or certifications are preferred but not mandatory. A strong understanding of payroll legislation, pension schemes, and payroll software is essential.