Payroll Manager

Ashdown Group; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services business is seeking a Payroll, Compensation and Benefits Manager to oversee payroll and benefits management across multiple countries, including the US and Europe. This standalone role offers hybrid working and requires an experienced professional skilled in payroll administration and employee benefits. The role includes a focus on compliance, process improvements, and employee communication regarding benefits. The salary is up to £80,000 plus bonus and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing payroll for international employees including those in the US, Asia, and Europe.
• Ability to adapt to the evolving needs of the business.
• Experience with compliance regarding tax and social security regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end payroll process for multiple countries.
• Ensure compliance with tax year-end obligations.
• Manage employee benefit programs and communications.

Skills

Strong process improvement skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

International payroll knowledge

Education

Solid background in payroll administration

Job description

Payroll, Compensation and Benefits Manager– Standalone - £80,000 – London, Hybrid - 6 month FTC

A global financial services business with international offices are looking for a seasoned Payroll and Benefits Specialist to work in a standalone role overseeing everything related to compensation, payroll and benefits. You will be responsible for administering a total reward strategy that supports the Group HR strategy to optimise the Group’s ability to attract, retain, develop, motivate, retain and fairly reward talented people.

Please note - this role a 6 month FTC offering hybrid working.

This role would suit an experienced Payroll professional with some international exposure – this role 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. Will include preparation, processing and monthly validation using outsourced providers
• Process and report taxable benefits in compliance with tax and social security regulations
• Coordination of 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 processes to drive 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 £80,000 plus bonus and benefits.