Payroll Compliance Specialist

Matchtech; Wembley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A large diverse organisation in Wembley is seeking a Payroll Compliance Specialist to lead the monthly payroll service, ensuring compliance with public sector regulations. The ideal candidate has expertise in payroll legislation, familiarity with Oracle HCM systems, and a strong analytical mindset. This role is key in enhancing payroll governance and operational efficiency within a community-focused environment. Professionals with a commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience with Oracle Cloud HCM and payroll configuration is advantageous.
• High levels of integrity and discretion when handling sensitive data.
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll compliance checks for accuracy and adherence to requirements.
• Manage statutory submissions to HMRC and pension schemes.
• Act as the payroll data analysis expert within Oracle HCM systems.

Skills

Payroll legislation understanding

Oracle Cloud HCM experience

Numerical and analytical skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Oracle HCM systems

Job description

Job Specification: Payroll Compliance Specialist

Overview

This role sits within a large, diverse organisation that is delivering significant transformation to improve services and operational efficiency. It offers the opportunity to contribute to a modern, community-focused environment where strong payroll governance and compliance are essential.

The Role

The main purpose of this position is to lead the end-to-end monthly payroll service, ensuring the payroll cycle is delivered accurately, on time, and in full compliance with public sector policies and statutory obligations.

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing payroll compliance checks to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and full adherence to legislative and organisational requirements.
• Managing statutory submissions to HMRC, pension schemes, and other regulatory bodies.
• Acting as the organisation's subject matter expert for payroll data analysis within Oracle HCM systems.
• Contributing to the design, configuration, and continuous improvement of payroll processes to support efficiency, transparency, and value for money across the public sector environment.

The Person

We are seeking a proactive and reliable payroll professional with strong technical capability and a keen eye for detail.

Qualifications

• Experience with Oracle Cloud HCM and payroll configuration (advantageous).
• High levels of integrity, professionalism, and discretion when handling sensitive data.
• Strong understanding of payroll legislation, ideally within local government or another complex public sector setting.
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to remain calm, organised, and focused under pressure—especially during payroll deadlines.
• A commitment to accuracy, compliance excellence, and continuous improvement.