Payroll and Benefits Manager – Standalone - £90,000 – Central London, Hybrid

ASHDOWN GROUP; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services company based in Central London is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Manager to oversee all aspects of compensation and benefits within a standalone role. The ideal candidate will manage payroll across multiple countries, ensure compliance with regulations, and administer employee benefits programs. Strong experience in payroll administration and a proactive approach to process improvement are essential for this role. The position offers a salary up to £90,000 plus bonus and benefits, with a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Solid background in payroll administration with international exposure.
• Proactive mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
• Interest in global mobility and employee benefit management.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll for multiple countries including the UK and USA.
• Ensure compliance with tax and social security regulations.
• Oversee employee benefits administration and communications.

Skills

Payroll administration

HR policies understanding

Process improvement skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Job description

Payroll and Benefits Manager – Standalone - £90,000 – Central London, Hybrid

A global financial services business with international offices is looking for a seasoned Payroll and Benefits Specialist to work in a standalone role overseeing everything related to compensation, payroll and benefits.

This role suits an experienced Payroll professional with some international exposure – it will sit within HR and will include covering payroll for employees in the US, Asia and Europe.

As the Payroll and Benefits Manager, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and local regulations. Additionally, you will support the administration of employee benefits and contribute to global mobility operations, assisting with the coordination of international assignments and relocations.

The ideal candidate will have a solid background in payroll administration, a strong understanding of benefits, and a keen interest in developing expertise in global mobility. You will play a key role in driving process improvements, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring that employees receive timely and accurate pay and benefits.

We are looking for someone with a proactive mindset, strong process improvement skills and someone that is able adapt with ease to the evolving needs of the business. Strong communication, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail are essential in this fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Key responsibilities:

• End‑to‑end management of UK, USA, DNK, LUX, GRC, SGP payroll; includes preparation, processing and monthly validation using outsourced providers.
• Process and report taxable benefits in compliance with tax and social security regulations.
• Coordinate payroll disbursements.
• Ensure compliance with tax year‑end obligations.
• Primary contact for employee payroll queries and outsourced providers.
• Deliver long‑term payroll approach with a focus on standardisation and streamlining, driving process improvements.

Benefits:

• Administration of all employee benefit programs (including those relating to HR policies) such as enrolment, changes and terminations.
• Primary contact for employee and vendor benefit queries.
• Ongoing maintenance of employee data and benefit content on various platforms and matrix.
• Manage employee communications for any announcements or changes to benefits.

The salary on offer for this role is up to £90,000 plus bonus and benefits.