EMEA - Payroll Specialist

The One Group; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Payroll Analyst to enhance their EMEA payroll operations from their Cambridge office. In this hybrid role, you'll ensure the accurate and timely processing of payroll across various countries, collaborating with outsourced providers and internal teams. Your expertise will be crucial in managing payroll queries, supporting audits, and staying updated on legislative changes. This role offers an excellent opportunity to leverage your skills in a dynamic environment while enjoying a range of benefits, including healthcare plans and flexible working arrangements. If you're passionate about payroll and looking to make an impact, this position is for you.

Benefits

Healthcare Cash Plan

Gym Membership

Private Medical & Dental Cover

Work Play Nurseries

Flexible Working

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in EMEA payroll roles managing multiple countries.
• Strong customer service and stakeholder management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for EMEA regions with outsourced providers.
• Handle complex payroll queries and support internal audits across EMEA.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Stakeholder Management

Payroll Processing

Communication Skills

General Ledger Management

Education

CIPP Qualification

Tools

Workday

Microsoft Office

Job description

Payroll Analyst - EMEA | FTSE 100 Company | Cambridge (Hybrid)

I'm currently partnering with a FTSE 100-listed global company in their search for a Payroll Analyst to join their EMEA team based in Cambridge.

The Role

As Payroll Analyst, you'll play a key role in ensuring the efficient, accurate, and confidential delivery of payroll services across the EMEA region. You'll manage the outsourced payroll process and work closely with internal teams to support smooth payroll operations across multiple countries.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for designated EMEA regions in collaboration with the outsourced provider
• Ensure timely and accurate payroll accounting and month-end processes
• Handle and resolve complex payroll queries in partnership with HR and finance teams
• Support internal and external payroll audits across EMEA
• Input and verify payroll data from the HRIS and email instructions
• Ensure all statutory returns and reports are completed accurately and on time
• Stay up to date with legislative and internal policy changes, providing guidance to relevant teams

The Ideal Profile

• Minimum 2 years' experience in an EMEA payroll role
• Strong customer service skills and stakeholder management experience
• Confident managing payrolls across multiple countries with varying policies and agreements
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills
• Proficient communication skills, both written and verbal
• Solid understanding of finance processes including general ledger management
• Working knowledge of Workday is highly desirable
• CIPP qualification is an advantage

Benefits

• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Gym Membership
• Private Medical & Dental Cover
• Work Play Nurseries
• Flexible Working

And more...

If you are interested or would like to find out more please reach out to Dayam Ali on