EMEA Payroll Specialist: End-to-End & Compliance Expert

Hansen Technologies; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Hansen Technologies is seeking a Payroll Specialist based in our London (Hammersmith) office to own the end-to-end payroll cycle for select EMEA regions. You will manage joins, leavers, tax changes, deductions and payments while ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with HR, finance and external providers to deliver timely payroll processing, payroll reporting, and issue resolution. The role requires 2+ years of payroll experience and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• 2+ years payroll experience, with UK/EU exposure.
• Strong understanding of tax and payroll laws.
• Excellent communication, organised, and deadline-driven.
• Experience in an international group is a plus.
• Proficient in Excel, including Pivot Tables, XLookup, SumIFS, SumProduct.

Responsibilities

• Process multiple payrolls for the EMEA region (e.g., Finland, Germany, Sweden).
• Maintain accurate payroll records and intake data (joiners, leavers, changes).
• Collaborate with Financial Controllers on month-end payroll analysis.
• Investigate discrepancies between HRM, timesheet and payroll reports.
• Handle payroll inquiries and escalate where necessary.
• Prepare and finalize payroll reports for payment submission.
• Coordinate with HR and payroll provider on absences and staff insurance refunds.
• Process pension and benefits changes with HR and external providers.
• Monitor payroll activities to meet deadlines and expectations.
• Ensure regulatory filings and reporting deadlines are met.
• Assist in driving global payroll strategy and process improvements.
• Provide support to payroll manager and team as needed.

Skills

Payroll processing

UK/EU payroll knowledge

Teamwork

Attention to detail

International payroll coordination

Discretion

Tools

Excel

Job description

Hansen Technologies is seeking a Payroll Specialist based in our London (Hammersmith) office to own the end-to-end payroll cycle for select EMEA regions. You will manage joins, leavers, tax changes, deductions and payments while ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with HR, finance and external providers to deliver timely payroll processing, payroll reporting, and issue resolution. The role requires 2+ years of payroll experience and strong Excel skills.