German Payroll Specialist

JR United Kingdom; Middlesbrough; Remote; GBP 1,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international company is seeking a German Payroll Specialist for a flexible, remote position with potential for permanence. This role requires extensive knowledge of German payroll legislation and offers the chance to work with multiple sites across Germany, supporting critical payroll functions while ensuring compliance with local laws. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with payroll systems, particularly SAP, and must possess excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Fully remote working

Flexible hours

Competitive hourly rate

Opportunity for permanent position

Qualifications

• Fluent in German (written and spoken).
• Strong knowledge of German payroll legislation.
• Willingness to travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for multiple German sites.
• Maintain relationships with stakeholders regarding payroll queries.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Fluent German

Knowledge of German payroll legislation

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Tools

SAP

Job description

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Client:

Hays

Location:

middlesbrough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

10.07.2025

Expiry Date:

24.08.2025

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Job Description:

?? German Payroll Specialist - Remote (with occasional travel to Darlington & Germany)
?? Temporary with strong potential to go permanent
?? £22.93/hour (premium rate) | Flexible working hours

Are you an experienced German Payroll Specialist looking for a flexible, remote opportunity with international exposure? We're hiring for a dynamic role that offers the chance to work from home while supporting a leading organisation with operations across Europe and the UK.

?? What You'll Be Doing:As a key member of the payroll team, you will:

• Process payroll for multiple German sites in compliance with local legislation and internal SOx controls.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external agencies, handling queries related to tax, social security, illness, insurance, and audits.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives across internal departments.
• Keep payroll documentation and workflow manuals up to date.
• Attend virtual and occasional in-person customer meetings in Germany, addressing payroll-related queries.

? What We're Looking For:

• Fluent German language skills (professional level, written and spoken)
• Strong knowledge of German payroll legislation and applicable employment laws
• Experience using SAP for payroll processing
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to travel occasionally to Darlington and Germany

?? What can you expect?

• Fully remote working with flexible hours
• Competitive premium hourly rate
• Opportunity to work in a multinational environment
• Potential for a permanent position

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