Job Title: Payroll Controls and Compliance Associate DirectorLocation: Manchester / Stockport (Hybrid Working)Salary: 50,000 - 55,000 per annumJob Type: Permanent, Full-TimeClient DetailsWe are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Controls and Compliance Associate Director to join a growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a payroll professional with a strong background in governance, risk and compliance to take ownership of payroll controls across a dynamic organisation.Based in either Manchester or Stockport with flexible hybrid working, you will play a key role in ensuring payroll processes are accurate, compliant and aligned with internal policies and external regulations.DescriptionThe key responsibilities of a Payroll Controls and Compliance Associate Director will include:Support the Payroll National Service Line in establishing and maintaining robust payroll controls and compliance frameworks for effective client service deliveryPlay a key role in supporting payroll compliance and minimising risk exposure across the service lineContinuously review and enhance ways of working by evaluating and analysing proposed process and system changes.Proactively identify, assess and mitigate risks to service delivery using risk registers and incident reporting frameworks.Oversee legislative updates and procedural changes, ensuring all payroll teams remain compliant with current regulations and internal policies.Monitor, review, and report on compliance and n