Job title: Payroll Business Partner
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Not-for-Profit
Salary type: Annual
Salary: GBP £37,000.00
Location: Edinburgh HQ - Working Remotely
Job published: 14/01/2026
Job ID: 39266

Job Description

Three Bridges Recruitment are partnering with a renowned charity to recruit a Payroll Business Partner in Edinburgh.  This is a fantastic opportunity to manage the payroll & lead a small team in a meaningful organisation.  This employer offers excellent flexibility & work-life balance.

Why Work Here?

  • 37 days of annual leave (including bank holidays)
  • A generous pension plan
  • Hybrid & super flexible working options (typically 2 days in-office)
  • Inclusive and supportive team culture
  • Organisation with a meaningful mission
  • Accessible Edinburgh office with excellent transport links
  • Plenty of room to grow, with exposure to all areas of a complex organisation
  • Lots of variety in your day-to-day tasks
  • Stability and progression within a well-established charity

Job

The role of Payroll Business Partner will give you the opportunity to be involved with the following:

  • Managing and supporting two Payroll Officers
  • Ensuring accurate, timely payroll processing and reporting
  • Offering guidance on statutory payroll queries (PAYE, NI, pensions)
  • Leading and improving payroll systems
  • Reviewing and updating payroll policies and procedures
  • Supporting wider finance transformation projects
  • Working closely with finance leadership to ensure operational continuity

You

As a Payroll Business Partner you will be skilled &/or qualified in the following:

  • Proven experience in payroll management
  • Ideally experience using ITrent (or ability to quickly learn new systems)
  • Knowledge of PAYE, NI, Auto Enrolment, and statutory reporting
  • Ability to lead, develop and support a small team
  • Comfortable in fast-paced and values-led environments
  • Third sector experience desirable but not essential

At Three Bridges Recruitment, two of our values are "striving for brilliance" and "relatability". We want every applicant to receive an excellent experience and ensure that this role is right for you.  Should this role be of interest please apply with your most up to date CV or contact us for a confidential discussion.

 

 

 

 

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