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Business Services manager
- Posted 04 September 2025
- Salary £40000 - £45000 per annum
- LocationIpswich
- Job type Permanent
- Discipline HR, Business Support & Administration
- Reference25543
Job description
Head of Business Services
We are seeking a dynamic leader to take ownership of our Business Services function, ensuring it delivers efficient, compliant, and scalable support across payroll, finance, systems, and compliance.
In this role, you will:
Lead and evolve the Business Services function to support growth and profitability
Oversee payroll, invoicing, and rate card management, ensuring accuracy and compliance
Provide strategic direction for the Operational Finance team, delivering robust reporting and risk monitoring
Ensure compliance with legislation and frameworks, including IR35, AWR, REC guidelines, and umbrella governance
Drive process automation, system optimisation, and workflow improvements to reduce administrative burden
Partner with IT, Finance, and client-facing teams to deliver integrated, scalable systems and processes
Lead on reporting and data analysis, providing insights on profitability, efficiency, and client performance
Support client onboarding and implementation, ensuring seamless system configuration and rate management
Act as a point of escalation for complex pay, compliance, or client issues
What we're looking for:
Proven track record in business operations leadership (recruitment/MSP experience desirable)
Strong knowledge of payroll, invoicing, finance, and compliance frameworks
Excellent analytical and stakeholder management skills
Experience driving process improvement, system optimisation, and team development
