Payroll & Benefits Administration Specialist - Europe

The Lubrizol Corporation; Shottlegate; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational company in the United Kingdom seeks a Payroll & Benefits Administration Specialist. This role requires managing payroll and benefits services across multiple European countries while ensuring compliance with employment laws. Candidates should possess strong HR operations experience, analytical skills, and a degree in HR or Business Administration. Fluency in English is mandatory, with additional fluency in French and Dutch preferred. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration and benefits package

Hybrid working options

Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth

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.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll, benefits, time & attendance, and off‑boarding processes.
• Ensure compliance with local legislation.
• Support audits and drive automation initiatives.

Skills

HR operations experience

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset

Fluency in English

Fluency in French

Fluency in Dutch

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 off‑boarding processes, while ensuring compliance with local legislation. You’ll also support audits, drive automation initiatives, and collaborate 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 services. You’re detail‑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‑performance 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.

We win because of you.