Snr EMEA Payroll Specialist

Michael Page; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior EMEA Payroll Specialist to assist a reputable IT brand in Berkshire. The role includes processing multi-country payroll, ensuring compliance with local laws, and maintaining payroll accuracy. Candidates should have experience with payroll systems and strong organizational skills. Offering a competitive hourly rate with a hybrid work model, commuting to the office twice a week. This interim assignment has a minimum term of six months, with a supporting team environment.

Benefits

Flexible working patterns

Free parking

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in multi-country payroll processing across EMEA.
• Understanding of payroll regulations in various countries.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for multiple EMEA countries.
• Ensure compliance with local labour laws and regulations.
• Maintain payroll records and documentation accuracy.

Skills

Experience in multi-country payroll processing

Strong understanding of payroll regulations

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

ADP

CloudPay

BDO

Job description

Seeking a Senior EMEA Payroll Specialist to join a highly valued client of ours in Berkshire. This is a great opportunity to join a large, close-knit team that are going through an exciting transition period.

Client Details

• Highly reputable IT brand within the Berkshire area
• Operating in more than 15 countries across EMEA
• 2,500+ employees across all entities
• Close-knit, supportive payroll team function
• Offering flexible working patterns and hybrid working

Description

Snr EMEA Payroll Specialist

• Process monthly payroll for multiple EMEA countries in collaboration with external payroll providers.
• Ensure compliance with local labour laws, tax regulations, and company policies.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation.
• Reconcile payroll data and resolve discrepancies.
• Support audits and reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and external vendors to ensure smooth payroll operations.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, taxation, and benefits.
• Assist in implementing payroll system upgrades and process improvements.

Profile

Snr EMEA Payroll Specialist

• Experience in multi-country payroll processing, preferably within the EMEA region (15+ nations including UK, Germany, Spain, France, Netherlands etc.)
• Strong understanding of payroll regulations across EMEA countries.
• Experience with payroll systems/external vendors (e.g., ADP, BDO, CloudPay etc.)
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Happy to commute to office 2x per week - free parking provided
• Happy to commit to an interim assignment - approx. 6 month minimum term

Job Offer

Snr EMEA Payroll Specialist

• Interim rolling assignment to assist with BAU processing across EMEA (minimum term 6 months, most likely to be extended)
• Competitive hourly rate
• Hybrid working - 2x per week in the Reading office, free parking on site
• Supportive and close knit payroll team environment
• Start - ASAP