Payroll Advisor (4 Month Fixed Term Contract)

Ocado Group; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Ocado Group is seeking a Payroll Advisor for its Sweden operations to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing under a fixed‑term contract. You will work closely with People, Finance and our external payroll vendor to meet statutory tax and social security obligations.

The role requires hands‑on payroll expertise in Sweden, proficiency with leading HRIS platforms, and strong attention to detail. English communication and collaborative problem solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Payroll operations experience with knowledge of Swedish payroll legislation and reporting requirements.
• Experience with HRIS/payroll systems (Workday, ADP, CloudPay) and vendor‑managed payroll models.
• Excellent attention to detail with ability to manage multiple deadlines in SLA environments.
• Strong English communication skills and collaboration with stakeholders.
• Problem solving and continuous process improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate, timely payroll services for Ocado Sweden in a system‑driven environment.
• Collaborate with People teams, Finance and external payroll vendor to ensure correct and timely payments.
• Maintain compliance with statutory, tax, and social security requirements in Sweden.

Skills

Payroll expertise

System familiarity

Detail oriented

Strong communicator

Problem solver

Tools

Workday

ADP

CloudPay

Job description

We are Ocado Group, and we're bringing world‑class automation to online grocery. Our Ocado Smart Platform (OSP) combines cutting‑edge robotics, AI, and IoT within our advanced CFCs (Customer Fulfilment Centres). We've mastered the single pick, transforming online delivery for our global partners. Join us and be part of a team pushing the boundaries of retail technology.

About the Role

This is a 4 month fixed term contract. The Payroll Advisor is responsible for the accurate, timely, and compliant delivery of payroll services for Ocado Sweden. Operating in a system‑driven environment, you will have hands‑on ownership of the Swedish payroll cycle - working closely with People teams, Finance, and our external payroll vendor to ensure employees are paid correctly and on time while adhering to all statutory, tax, and social security requirements.

About You

• Payroll Expertise: Demonstrable experience in payroll operations with a strong understanding of Swedish payroll legislation, processes, controls, and statutory requirements (such as Skatteverket reporting and social security contributions).
• System & Vendor Familiarity: Experience working with HRIS platforms or payroll systems (such as Workday, ADP, or CloudPay), ideally with exposure to vendor‑managed payroll models.
• Detail‑Oriented & Organised: Exceptional attention to detail with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and the ability to manage multiple priorities to meet strict deadlines in an SLA‑driven environment.
• Strong Communicator & Collaborator: Excellent communication skills in English (our global working language) with a proactive, customer‑service‑oriented approach to resolving queries and collaborating with internal stakeholders.
• Problem Solver: A resilient, flexible team player who is calm under pressure and focuses on finding solutions and driving continuous process improvements.

Ocado Group is an equal opportunities employer and as such makes every effort to ensure that all potential employees are treated fairly and equally, regardless of their sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, age, or disability or union membership status.