European Payroll Specialist (6-Month Temp)

Retail Human Resources plc; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Retail Human Resources plc is seeking an experienced European Payroll Specialist to join our international fashion retailer on a 6-month temporary basis, with an immediate start.

You will manage payroll across multiple European markets, ensure compliance, coordinate expatriate payroll and liaise with external providers, HR and Finance to deliver accurate, timely payroll and reporting. Candidates must be available now and not on notice. Experience with Workday is preferred.

Qualifications

• At least 3–5 years' payroll experience in a large international or high-volume environment.
• Hands-on payroll experience across at least two European countries (not just UK).
• Strong knowledge of European payroll processes, taxation and compliance.
• Experience working with external payroll providers and international stakeholders.
• Exposure to expatriate payroll or global mobility is advantageous.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with HRIS or payroll systems (ideally Workday).
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll processes across multiple European markets for accuracy and compliance.
• Liaise with local payroll providers, HR teams and Finance to ensure timely payroll processing.
• Review payroll data including salaries, taxes and social security contributions.
• Coordinate expatriate payroll with mobility partners and tax advisors.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly payroll reports.
• Support payroll audits and process improvements.
• Investigate discrepancies and assist with immigration processes.

Skills

European payroll experience

High-volume environment

Stakeholder collaboration

Attention to detail

Tools

Workday

Excel

HRIS

Job description

Retail Human Resources plc is seeking an experienced European Payroll Specialist to join our international fashion retailer on a 6-month temporary basis, with an immediate start.

You will manage payroll across multiple European markets, ensure compliance, coordinate expatriate payroll and liaise with external providers, HR and Finance to deliver accurate, timely payroll and reporting. Candidates must be available now and not on notice. Experience with Workday is preferred.