Senior Payroll

Senior Payroll Officer

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: London; Manchester

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join a global business operating across multiple countries, managing payroll processes in the UK, US, and South Africa. As a Senior Payroll Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring seamless payroll delivery for a growing international workforce.

This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, global environment, collaborating with industry-leading FMCG and consumer brands. You will gain international exposure, enhance your expertise in multi-country payroll, and contribute to a company culture that prioritises innovation, collaboration, and professional development.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a great company culture that values professional growth and employee well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Global Payroll Management: Oversee and process payroll for employees across the UK, US, and South Africa, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution.
• Payroll Systems & Data Integrity: Maintain payroll records with precision, ensuring data accuracy and seamless system operation.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the main point of contact for payroll-related queries, providing guidance to employees and working closely with external payroll providers.
• Compliance & Regulatory Adherence: Ensure payroll operations align with country-specific tax regulations, pension schemes, and statutory requirements.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and efficiencies, supporting automation and best practices.
• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare payroll reports, assist with audits, and ensure accurate record-keeping for financial and compliance purposes.

Skills & Experience Required

• International Payroll Expertise: Experience managing payroll across multiple countries, with a strong understanding of regional differences and best practices.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using global payroll systems and working with third-party providers, with advanced Excel skills for payroll data analysis.
• Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge: Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, tax regulations, pensions, and statutory requirements across different regions.
• Effective Communication: Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and explain payroll processes clearly to employees and stakeholders.
• Strong Organisation Skills: Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple payroll cycles, prioritise tasks, and meet strict deadlines.

Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance: Access to convenient medical treatments without long waiting times.
• Hybrid Working Model: Enjoy a mix of in-office collaboration (3 days in London or Manchester) and remote work (2 days per week).
• Remote Working Flexibility: Work outside of your assigned home location for up to 2 months per year.

Senior Payroll Officer

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: London; Manchester

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join a global business operating across multiple countries, managing payroll processes in the UK, US, and South Africa. As a Senior Payroll Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring seamless payroll delivery for a growing international workforce.

This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, global environment, collaborating with industry-leading FMCG and consumer brands. You will gain international exposure, enhance your expertise in multi-country payroll, and contribute to a company culture that prioritises innovation, collaboration, and professional development.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a great company culture that values professional growth and employee well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Global Payroll Management: Oversee and process payroll for employees across the UK, US, and South Africa, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution.
• Payroll Systems & Data Integrity: Maintain payroll records with precision, ensuring data accuracy and seamless system operation.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the main point of contact for payroll-related queries, providing guidance to employees and working closely with external payroll providers.
• Compliance & Regulatory Adherence: Ensure payroll operations align with country-specific tax regulations, pension schemes, and statutory requirements.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and efficiencies, supporting automation and best practices.
• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare payroll reports, assist with audits, and ensure accurate record-keeping for financial and compliance purposes.

Skills & Experience Required

• International Payroll Expertise: Experience managing payroll across multiple countries, with a strong understanding of regional differences and best practices.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using global payroll systems and working with third-party providers, with advanced Excel skills for payroll data analysis.
• Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge: Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, tax regulations, pensions, and statutory requirements across different regions.
• Effective Communication: Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and explain payroll processes clearly to employees and stakeholders.
• Strong Organisation Skills: Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple payroll cycles, prioritise tasks, and meet strict deadlines.

Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance: Access to convenient medical treatments without long waiting times.
• Hybrid Working Model: Enjoy a mix of in-office collaboration (3 days in London or Manchester) and remote work (2 days per week).
• Remote Working Flexibility: Work outside of your assigned home location for up to 2 months per year.