Payroll & Benefits Administration Specialist Europe

Lubrizol; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational corporation based in the UK is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Administration Specialist to ensure high-quality HR operations across multiple European countries. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in payroll and benefits administration, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in HR systems. This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Hybrid working options

Competitive remuneration and benefits package

Opportunities for continuous learning

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in Payroll and Benefits Administration.
• In‑depth knowledge of employment laws and regulations in France, UK, Belgium, and the Netherlands.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll, benefits, time & attendance, and offboarding processes.
• Ensure compliance with local support audits.
• Drive automation initiatives and collaborate with stakeholders.

Skills

Customer Service

Microsoft Outlook

Benefits Administration

Payroll

Human Resources

Workday

Education

Degree in Human Resources or Business Administration

Tools

SAP SuccessFactors

Protime

ServiceNow

Job description

Deliver excellence in payroll and benefits with high-level impact and visibility.

Join a global organization that’s big enough to offer career progression yet agile enough for your expertise to be recognized and felt.

Empower People. Ensure accurate compliant and efficient Total Rewards administration across multiple European countries.

Competitive salary and benefits

Enjoy working with the option of being based in Hazelwood or London.

About the role

As a Payroll & Benefits Administration Specialist you’ll play a key role in delivering high‑quality compensation and benefits services across France, the UK, Belgium and the Netherlands. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on precision, compliance and continuous improvement in HR operations.

You’ll manage payroll, benefits, time & attendance and offboarding processes while ensuring compliance with local support audits, driving automation initiatives and collaborating with internal stakeholders and external vendors to deliver seamless Total Rewards services.

About you

You bring strong experience in HR operations and a passion for delivering accurate compliant and employee‑focused Total Rewards – oriented proactive and thrive in a dynamic international environment.

You will also bring:

• A degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or equivalent
• At least 3 years of experience in Payroll and Benefits Administration
• Experience with HR systems such as SAP SuccessFactors, Protime and ServiceNow
• In‑depth knowledge of employment laws and regulations in France, UK, Belgium and the Netherlands
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive process improvements
• Proficiency in English with additional fluency in French and Dutch
• A proactive self‑starting mindset with the ability to work independently and collaboratively

Why Lubrizol

• Develop your professional career with a highly respected industry‑leading multinational company that is part of Berkshire Hathaway Inc.
• Become part of a culture that is built on accountability and empowerment and which values diversity and inclusivity.
• Enjoy a competitive remuneration and benefits package, hybrid working options and opportunities for continuous learning and career growth.

Working at Lubrizol

For nearly 100 years Lubrizol has been at the forefront of innovation delivering breakthrough solutions that advance mobility, improve well‑being and enhance modern life. This progress is driven by the expertise, passion and commitment of people like you.

At Lubrizol we invest in our people and expect the same level of ownership and commitment in return. Our employees are empowered to shape their careers, contribute to strategic goals and collaborate in an inclusive high‑performing culture.

We win because we bring science‑based solutions to industry‑leading organizations across the globe.

We win because we deeply understand our customers and deliver innovative chemistry with differentiated value.

We win because of our inclusive culture and our incredible talent.

Wewin because of you.

Key Skills

• Customer Service
• FMLA
• HIPAA
• Microsoft Outlook
• Benefits Administration
• HRIS
• Payroll
• Employment & Labor Law
• ADP
• Human Resources
• Phone Etiquette
• Workday

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1