International Payroll Specialist (Temp) – Hybrid, ASAP

Ashley Kate HR & Finance; Stafford; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashley Kate HR & Finance is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist for a temporary contract in Cannock (Hybrid). The role supports payroll and benefits administration across multiple European countries.

Immediate start is required, with responsibilities spanning end-to-end payroll operations, compliance, and employee support. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of payroll experience, strong knowledge of payroll legislation, and proficiency with payroll systems and Excel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' payroll experience.
• Strong understanding of payroll legislation and compliance.
• Experience with payroll systems and HR platforms.
• Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, lookups and reporting.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Experience in international payroll and benefits administration is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage payroll processes across multiple European locations.
• Liaise with external payroll providers, benefits vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure accurate payroll delivery.
• Process payroll changes including starters, leavers, salary amendments, and benefit updates.
• Administer employee benefits, pensions, leave, and absence management.
• Maintain HR and payroll records ensuring GDPR compliance.
• Produce payroll, benefits, and management reports for audits and reconciliations.
• Provide guidance to employees and managers on payroll and benefits queries.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and experience.

Skills

Payroll experience

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Compliance knowledge

Tools

Payroll software

HR platforms

Job description

Ashley Kate HR & Finance is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist for a temporary contract in Cannock (Hybrid). The role supports payroll and benefits administration across multiple European countries.

Immediate start is required, with responsibilities spanning end-to-end payroll operations, compliance, and employee support. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of payroll experience, strong knowledge of payroll legislation, and proficiency with payroll systems and Excel.