Payroll Specialist (UK, Ireland & Nordics)

Levi Strauss; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Levi Strauss & Co. as a Payroll Specialist, where you'll lead payroll delivery for the UK, Ireland, and Nordics. This hybrid role involves managing outsourced providers, ensuring compliance, and serving as the subject matter expert. Enjoy a competitive rewards package while being part of a diverse and innovative team.

Benefits

Competitive total rewards package

Enhanced pension scheme

Paid leave

Health insurance

Product discounts

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge and hands-on experience in payroll management.
• Experience managing high-volume payrolls (500+ employees) in the UK.
• Strong understanding of payroll laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead payroll processes ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Manage outsourced payroll services and conduct regular audits.
• Serve as the main point of contact for payroll-related queries.

Skills

Payroll management

Excel

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Calling all originals: At Levi Strauss & Co., you can be yourself — and be part of something bigger. We're a company of people who like to forge our own path and leave the world better than we found it. Who believe that what makes us different makes us stronger. So add your voice. Make an impact. Find your fit — and your future.

About the Job

We’re looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our team, acting as the internal subject matter expert for payroll across the UK, Ireland, and Nordics. You’ll lead all aspects of payroll delivery, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and a best-in-class employee experience. This includes managing external payroll partners and supporting internal teams with payroll insights and advice.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the payroll lead for the UK, Ireland, and Nordics, ensuring all employees are paid accurately and on time.

• Manage outsourced payroll providers, ensuring service delivery aligns with SLAs and local legislative requirements.

• Oversee and validate payroll inputs including starters, leavers, contractual changes, overtime, bonuses, and deductions.

• Run regular audits and complete all SOX reconciliations and statutory reporting, including P60s and P11Ds.

• Ensure accurate and timely pension administration, including auto-enrolment opt-ins/outs and reporting.

• Stay informed on payroll legislation and lead continuous improvement of payroll processes.

• Serve as the main point of contact for payroll-related queries, supporting employees, HR, and managers.

• Collaborate with HR on related activities such as maternity leave management and general employee support.

• Support the rollout of manager and employee self-service tools, including training and troubleshooting.

About You

• Deep knowledge and hands-on experience in payroll management and administration.

• Excellent Excel skills and familiarity with payroll software.

• Strong understanding of payroll laws, tax regulations, and employee benefits.

• Experience managing high-volume payrolls (500+ employees) in the UK.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.

• Able to work under pressure and manage tight deadlines effectively.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Location & Working Style

This is a hybrid position, based either in our Central London office (UK) or Warsaw (Poland). You’ll typically be in the office 2–3 days a week (Tuesday–Thursday), with flexibility depending on business needs.

What We Offer

Levi Strauss & Co. offers a competitive total rewards package that includes base pay, incentive plans, an enhanced pension scheme, paid leave, health insurance, product discounts, and more. Our benefits are designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance.

Levi Strauss & Co. is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We welcome and value people from all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences — because we believe that diversity drives innovation and collective success.

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