Payroll Advisor

McDonald's Corporate; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the quick-service restaurant sector is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Advisor for their London office. In this hybrid role, you'll manage payroll for over 20,000 employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance, while contributing to process improvements within a dynamic team. Ideal candidates should have strong payroll experience and a passion for continuous improvement.

Benefits

Competitive salary, bonus, and cash allowance

Hybrid working model with flexibility

Free lunch

Gym access

Access to learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years payroll experience.
• Strong knowledge of payroll and pension legislation.
• Experience in fast-paced, change-driven environments.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely employee payments.
• Manage and resolve payroll queries with high service standards.
• Support system implementations including transitions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Continuous improvement mindset

Customer service

Tools

Zellis HCM ResourceLink

Microsoft Office

PowerBI

Job description

Company Description

About Us

McDonald’s has operated in the UK since 1974, with over 1500 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, serving nearly four million customers daily. It is one of the largest private sector employers in the UK, employing over 170,000 people.

Hybrid Working

This role is based in our East Finchley office, with a hybrid working model of 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.

Job Description

Job Title: Payroll Advisor

Location: London-based with hybrid working

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Payroll Advisor to join our Finance team. If you excel in a fast-paced environment, enjoy problem-solving, and want to ensure accurate and timely employee payments, this role is ideal for you.

You will be part of a well-established team managing payroll for over 20,000 crew members biweekly, along with two monthly payrolls for salaried staff. Daily tasks may include running payroll cycles, resolving queries, or supporting new system implementations.

You will also have opportunities to contribute to projects, suggest improvements, and influence our processes within a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely employee payments
• Manage and resolve payroll queries with high customer service standards
• Support system implementations, including transition to Zellis ResourceLink
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet departmental goals
• Maintain payroll data integrity and security
• Assist with year-end processing and compliance

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years payroll experience
• Experience with Zellis HCM ResourceLink (essential)
• Strong knowledge of payroll and pension legislation
• Experience in fast-paced, change-driven environments
• Problem-solving skills and a mindset for continuous improvement
• High attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Familiarity with SOX controls, RRS, PowerBI, or system implementation (a plus)

Benefits

• Competitive salary, bonus, and cash allowance
• Hybrid working model with flexibility
• Free lunch, gym access, and industry-leading benefits
• Access to learning and development opportunities
• Inclusive and collaborative workplace culture

Additional Information

Our Vision and Culture

Our global vision is to build a better McDonald’s. In the UK and Ireland, we aim to be the most loved restaurant company.

Our culture is shaped by our values: Serve, Inclusion, Integrity, Community, and Family. We prioritize putting our customers and people first, embracing diversity, doing the right thing, being good neighbors, and working better together.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can be their authentic selves. We oppose inequality, injustice, and discrimination, and recognize our role in community development and skills enhancement.