Payroll and Benefits Specialist - 6 month FTC

Michael Page (UK); London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global marketing solutions provider is seeking a Payroll Manager to oversee payroll functions and manage benefits delivery. The role requires strong attention to detail and analytical skills, with a focus on maintaining accurate employee records in Workday. This position offers a competitive salary package and opportunities for career growth within a vibrant company culture.

Benefits

Competitive Salary Package

Vibrant Company Culture

Career Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven ability to consistently deliver to deadline.
• Exceptional organisational skills for project management.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the payroll function.
• Provide accurate payroll information in line with deadlines.
• Act as point of contact for UK contractors.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Analytical Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Tools

Workday

ADP

Job description

• Previous experience managing payroll and benefits within Workday
• Happy to pick up any HR ad hoc work.

About Our Client

A global provider of marketing solutions, they offer a wide range of services including advertising, digital marketing, communications planning, media buying, public relations, and specialized marketing services

Job Description

• Manage and oversee the payroll function
• Provide accurate payroll information, encompassing starters, leavers, maternity, promotions, transfers, flex benefit selection etc. in line with Payroll deadlines.
• Manage the benefits delivery overall, being point person in the team for employees and external partners.
• Working with the broker, provide the information required for the annual broking process, responding promptly to queries and supporting the process through to conclusion
• Manage the invoicing process for the department, including benefit invoices, referencing checks with an external provider, legal fees etc. Work with the Finance function to ensure purchase orders are created, invoices are processed in a timely fashion and that good supplier relationships are maintained.
• Act as point of contact for UK contractors, facilitating their hire through Worksome
• Manage the HR database (Workday). Ensure accurate employee records are maintained and updated in a timely manner, including for holiday and sickness, and SOX requirements are met. Work with the HR Shared Services team to resolve any system issues.
• Manage the HR mailbox on a day to day basis

The Successful Applicant

• Fantastic attention to detail
• Excellent analytical skills, able to think through an issue, gather data and find resolution to problems that occur
• Exceptional organisational skills, including the project management skills to run projects such as P11d delivery, annual window for flex benefits etc
• Proven ability to consistently deliver to deadline
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to build relationships and effectively collaborate at all levels of the organisation
• ADP experience would be advantegeous, Workday experience is a must

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary package up to £75,000 depending on experience and a 6 months FTC with the possibility to go permanent.
• A vibrant and inclusive company culture that values each member of our team.
• 2 days in the office with good travel links to Old Street and Liverpool Street.
• 2 stage interview process with an immediate start
• A chance to be part of a large-scale organisation with opportunities for career growth.