Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Payroll Administrator
Payroll Administrator at Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited, based in London, South East England, paying £40,000 - £45,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £40,000 - £45,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- London, South East England
- Closing date
- Sector
- Payroll
About 8% above the going rate for payroll
Reference 57451183
About the role
Your new company
An exciting opportunity to join a growing international organisation within a fast-paced and evolving environment. The business operates across multiple European countries and is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to support payroll operations across the EMEA region.
Your new role
As Payroll Administrator, you will support the payroll function across multiple countries, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining payroll records and supporting payroll projects.Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting the processing of payroll across EMEA countries, including the UK
- Assisting with payroll inputs, validations, reconciliations and reporting
- Maintaining accurate employee payroll records and data
- Supporting joiner, mover and leaver payroll administration
- Assisting with payroll systems testing and implementation projects
- Producing payroll reports and payroll-related analysis
- Acting as a first point of contact for employee payroll queries
- Supporting payroll audits, compliance activities and governance requirements
- Liaising with internal stakeholders and external payroll providers
- Identifying opportunities to improve payroll processes and efficiencies
- Supporting the Payroll Manager with ongoing payroll projects
What you'll need to succeed
- Previous experience working within a payroll administration role
- Essential EMEA payroll experience
- Experience supporting multiple country payrolls
- Strong understanding of payroll processes and controls
- Experience working with payroll systems and data management
- Strong Excel skills
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, international environment
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- A proactive and solutions-focused approach
What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Hybrid working arrangement
- Exposure to complex EMEA payroll operations
- Opportunity to support payroll transformation and systems projects
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Excellent career development opportunities within a growing international business
What you need to do now
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Reference: 57451183 · Posted 6 days ago · Closes 23 Nov 2026 · Listed via Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
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