Argyll Scott Hiring! Full Time Associate Director, Workforce Planning - Payroll in - Ricebowl

About the Company

Our client is a reputable organisation with a large, diverse workforce and a strong commitment to operational excellence. As part of its continued focus on workforce sustainability and governance, the organisation is seeking a seasoned leader to drive manpower planning, workforce budgeting and payroll operations, while partnering closely with HR, Finance and senior stakeholders across the business.

About the Role

Reporting to the HR leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing workforce planning, manpower budgeting and payroll governance. The role is responsible for translating business workforce requirements into accurate manpower plans and cost forecasts, while ensuring payroll operations are delivered accurately, compliantly and efficiently. Working closely with Finance and business leaders, you will provide data-driven insights on headcount, workforce costs and budget performance, oversee payroll-related accounting and reconciliations, and strengthen governance, controls and operational processes. You will also lead a team responsible for payroll administration, vendor management and manpower planning activities.

What We'll Like to See in You

You bring a strong blend of financial acumen, analytical capability and stakeholder management experience, with a proven track record in manpower planning, workforce budgeting, payroll operations, FP&A, management accounting or related functions. Comfortable operating at the intersection of HR and Finance, you are able to interpret complex workforce and financial data, influence decision-making and drive accountability across multiple stakeholder groups. Prior people leadership experience is essential, along with a deep understanding of payroll processes, governance and financial controls. Candidates from either HR or Finance backgrounds will be considered, provided they have a strong numerical foundation and the ability to navigate a complex, matrixed environment.

Why You'll Love This Role

This is a highly visible leadership opportunity where you will directly influence workforce strategy, budgeting decisions and organisational performance. The role offers the chance to work closely with senior leadership, drive meaningful business outcomes through data and insights, and shape governance practices that support long-term growth and operational excellence. If you enjoy solving complex workforce and financial challenges, leading high-performing teams and making an impact across both HR and Finance functions, this role offers a unique platform to do so.