Senior Global Payroll Specialist (US Payroll)

Portfolio Credit Control; Guildford; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fantastic benefits

Job summary

Portfolio Credit Control is seeking a Senior Global Payroll Specialist for an international law firm. You will report to the Global Payroll Manager and act as deputy, driving accurate payroll operations across the US, UK, and international regions.

The role requires hands-on expertise in US multi-state payroll processing, tax compliance, vendor management, and complex mobility tasks, with a focus on delivering reliable payroll services and meeting legal deadlines.

Qualifications

• Strong, proven experience in US multi-state payroll processing.
• Background in international or global payroll operations.
• Ability to manage vendors, handle escalations, and year-end tasks.
• Excellent attention to detail and compliance mindset.

Responsibilities

• US Payroll Mastery: Lead complex US multi-state payroll operations, tax compliance, and year-end reporting.
• Operations & Delivery: Process end-to-end payrolls accurately, meeting strict local legislative deadlines.
• Vendor Management: Challenge and manage external payroll providers to ensure top service levels.
• Controls & Projects: Maintain robust payroll controls and drive continuous process improvements.

Skills

US multi-state payroll

International payroll

Vendor management

Year-end tasks

Payroll compliance

Job description

As a Senior Global Payroll Specialist for an international law firm. You will be reporting to the Global Payroll Manager, you will act as deputy and drive accurate payroll operations. This role requires exceptional, hands‑on expertise in US multi-state payroll processing, alongside international experience, to manage compliance, vendor relationships, and complex global mobility tasks.

Role Highlights

• Key Focus: Deep, hands‑on experience in US multi-state payroll is essential.
• Leadership: Act as deputy and trusted escalation point for the Global Payroll Manager.
• Scope: Deliver accurate end-to-end payroll across the US, UK, and international regions.

Key Responsibilities

• US Payroll Mastery: Lead complex US multi-state payroll operations, tax compliance, and year-end reporting.
• Operations & Delivery: Process end-to-end payrolls accurately, meeting strict local legislative deadlines.
• Vendor Management: Challenge and manage external payroll providers to ensure top service levels.
• Controls & Projects: Maintain robust payroll controls and drive continuous process improvements.

What We Need From You

• Strong, proven experience in US multi-state payroll processing.
• Background in international or global payroll operations.
• Ability to manage vendors, handle escalations, and execute year-end tasks.
• Fantastic benefits

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