Global Payroll Lead (UK & Europe)

Global Payments Uk Ltd; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Payments UK Ltd is seeking an experienced Lead Payroll Specialist to oversee the operation of UK and European payrolls. You will partner with in-house and outsourced vendors to ensure timely, accurate payroll processing, regulatory compliance and a high-quality employee experience.

You will own audits, data integrity and reporting, while staying up to date with UK legislation. This is a pivotal role within a global organisation that values accuracy, confidentiality and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in payroll administration/specialist/analyst roles.
• Knowledge of UK payroll legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong numeric skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication at all levels.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage competing priorities.
• Strong Excel capabilities including Vlookup and Pivot tables.
• Commitment to maintaining high payroll standards and confidentiality.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and in a team.
• Sensitivity and discretion when handling payroll information.

Responsibilities

• Execute the preparation and processing of UK & European payrolls, meeting deadlines and ensuring high quality standards.
• Manage relationships with external payroll vendors and enforce SLAs.
• Perform final payroll data audits, verify wage calculations, tax withholdings and deductions; file statutory/year-end returns.
• Stay current with local legislation to ensure payroll compliance.
• Maintain data integrity within HRIS/Payroll systems and perform regular reconciliations.
• Maintain payroll policies and manuals; evaluate workflows for efficiency.
• Assist with internal/external audits and respond to payroll queries from stakeholders.
• Provide payroll reports to managers and participate in payroll projects as required.
• Maintain GDPR compliance and confidentiality across payroll operations.

Skills

Payroll processing

Vendor management

GDPR compliance

Excel skills

Data reconciliation

Attention to detail

Tools

HRIS

Payroll systems

Job description

Global Payments UK Ltd is seeking an experienced Lead Payroll Specialist to oversee the operation of UK and European payrolls. You will partner with in-house and outsourced vendors to ensure timely, accurate payroll processing, regulatory compliance and a high-quality employee experience.

You will own audits, data integrity and reporting, while staying up to date with UK legislation. This is a pivotal role within a global organisation that values accuracy, confidentiality and timely delivery.