EMEA Payroll Specialist - AI & Automation, Hybrid

Morningstar; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Morningstar in London is seeking a Payroll Specialist, EMEA, to manage a payroll portfolio and contribute to AI-driven initiatives that improve efficiency and reporting. You will handle monthly data inputs, ensure data accuracy, and support year-end tax requirements while working with outsourced providers.

The role follows a hybrid model with four days in the office and is ideal for someone with 2+ years of payroll experience, strong Excel skills, and an interest in applying AI tools to payroll

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience processing end-to-end EMEA payrolls, UK experience preferred.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with AI/automation tools to improve payroll processes.
• Knowledge of GDPR, SOX, and payroll confidentiality.
• Experience with Workday or UKG preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly data inputs for all assigned payrolls and review outputs for accuracy and timeliness.
• Identify, test, and implement AI, automation, and workflow improvements across payroll operations and reporting.
• Maintain payroll processes in line with GDPR and SOX requirements and pension/third-party payroll needs.
• Partner with HR Operations to improve processes and establish new payroll elements.
• Collaborate with Finance to ensure accurate GL reporting and payroll accrual management.
• Assist with annual EMEA payroll legislative submissions outside monthly cycles.
• Manage employee queries in ServiceNow within SLA timelines.
• Support wider EMEA payroll team with implementations and project tasks.

Skills

End-to-end payroll

Excel skills

Data validation

Adaptability

Tools

Workday

UKG

Job description

Morningstar in London is seeking a Payroll Specialist, EMEA, to manage a payroll portfolio and contribute to AI-driven initiatives that improve efficiency and reporting. You will handle monthly data inputs, ensure data accuracy, and support year-end tax requirements while working with outsourced providers.

The role follows a hybrid model with four days in the office and is ideal for someone with 2+ years of payroll experience, strong Excel skills, and an interest in applying AI tools to payroll