Payroll Administrator

Role Overview

• Assist in the preparation and execution of payroll runs across UK, US, and APAC.
• Input and ensure payroll data is accurate and complete, including new hires, terminations, salary changes, deductions, benefits etc.
• Support statutory reporting and filings (e.g., HMRC, IRS) globally.
• Maintain region-specific compliance with relevant tax laws/legislation, labour regulations, and internal policies across all payroll entities.
• Provide support with month-end and year-end payroll activities for all jurisdictions.
• Maintain payroll records ensuring accuracy and data integrity across all systems.
• Prepare payroll reports and analytics for Finance, HR, Tax and the leadership team.
• Support audit requests and internal reviews by providing accurate documentation in a timely manner.
• Support payroll system operations and integrations with HRIS and finance platforms (e.g., Workday).
• Assist with system upgrades, testing, and automation initiatives.
• Ensure data confidentiality and security in all payroll-related activities.
• Identify opportunities to streamline payroll processes and improve accuracy.
• Assist in implementing and maintaining internal controls.
• Contribute to the development, improvement and documentation of standardised procedures.
• Identify and escalate and discrepancies, errors, or process issues.
• Respond to employee payroll queries in a timely and professional manner.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance and external vendors to resolve payroll issues.
• Support strategic initiatives and special projects as required by senior leadership, including finance system implementations, global payroll provider transition/migration, and business case development.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in payroll or finance operations.
• Familiarity with UK, US and/or APAC payroll processes and regulations.
• Experience with payroll systems and reporting tools.
• Payroll certification (e.g. CIPP, APA) desirable but not essential.

Benefits

• Eye care
• Employee Assistance Programme
• A day off for your birthday
• Pension (4% employer contribution and 4% employee contribution)
• Life assurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• £350 annual wellbeing allowance to contribute to gym memberships or fitness classes
• Puregym access
• Perks at work platform access
• Private healthcare
• Company socials
• Access to Employee Affinity Networks
• Mentoring scheme
• Volunteering Day
• Mortgage Advice
• Work from anywhere (2 weeks)
• Generous parental leave