Compensation & Benefits Analyst

Eden Recruitment Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established recruitment agency in London is seeking a Compensation & Benefits Analyst to oversee payroll processes, provide expert support on benefits, and manage pension contributions. Candidates should have strong analytical and Excel skills, along with experience in payroll management and UK tax laws. This full-time position offers the opportunity for significant impact within the organization.

Qualifications

• Strong numerical and analytical skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience handling confidential data with discretion.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll processes across multiple entities.
• Provide expert support on compensation and benefits.
• Administer pension contributions and liaise with providers.

Skills

Numerical and analytical skills

Advanced Excel skills

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Experience running payrolls

Understanding of UK tax laws

Experience managing pensions

Tools

Moorepay

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Compensation & Benefits Analyst role at Eden Recruitment Ltd.

Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll processes across multiple entities, including month-end activities in SAP
• Provide expert support on compensation, benefits, and related tax and National Insurance matters
• Act as a point of contact for employee queries, offering clear and professional guidance
• Administer pension contributions and liaise with providers such as Scottish Widows
• Prepare bonus provisions and support year-end PAYE and NI reconciliations
• Submit statutory forms and payments to HMRC, including P11D(b) and PSA calculations
• Participate in annual compensation and benefits surveys
• Prepare and monitor salary and departmental budgets
• Provide monthly headcount reports to the Global Mobility team
• Establish service agreements with subsidiary companies

Candidate Profile

• Strong numerical and analytical skills, with exceptional attention to detail
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables
• Experience handling confidential data with discretion
• Excellent time management and organisational abilities
• Confident communicator with a proactive, solution-focused mindset
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Qualifications

• Proven experience running payrolls; familiarity with Moorepay is a plus
• Solid understanding of UK tax laws and payroll regulations
• Experience managing pensions and benefits schemes
• Skilled in budget preparation and financial analysis

Why This Role Stands Out

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established organisation with a collaborative culture and a strong international footprint. The role offers variety, autonomy, and the chance to make a meaningful impact across multiple business units.

Job details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Human Resources
• Industries: Staffing and Recruiting