Senior Payroll Specialist in London - Michael Page Finance

Join a globally recognised brand as a Senior Payroll Specialist, where you'll take ownership of end-to-end payroll while working closely with HR, Finance, and business leaders across the organisation. This permanent London based role offers excellent exposure to payroll, benefits, and process improvement in a collaborative culture, alongside hybrid working and a strong benefits package.

Client Details

Our client is a leading international retailer with a strong presence across the UK and Europe. Known for its collaborative and people-focused culture, the business is committed to employee well-being, continuous development, and delivering an exceptional experience for both customers and employees. They are looking for a Senior payroll specialist to join their London team on a permanent basis.

Description

• Process end-to-end monthly payroll accurately and within strict deadlines.
• Review and validate payroll data, including starters, leavers, contractual changes, and worked hours.
• Act as a key point of contact for payroll queries across the business.
• Build strong relationships with HR, Finance, and operational stakeholders.
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies prior to payroll sign-off.
• Administer employee benefits and support annual payroll activities.
• Monitor payroll schedules and ensure all data is submitted on time.
• Support payroll audits, compliance requirements, and reporting activities.
• Assist with payroll system testing, upgrades, and process improvements.
• Coach and support colleagues, helping to develop payroll knowledge across the team.
• Produce and maintain payroll training documentation and best-practice guidance.
• Work closely with the Payroll Manager to review and finalise payroll outputs.

Profile

A successful Senior Payroll Administrator should have:

• Strong experience in payroll processing (5+ years experience)
• Available to start work on 14/09/2026
• CIPP qualified (Technician level or above) or working towards a qualification.
• Proven experience processing end-to-end payroll accurately and to strict deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Confident communicating with stakeholders across HR, Finance, and the wider business.
• Customer-focused with a proactive and solutions-driven approach to payroll queries.
• Experience handling confidential employee data with discretion and integrity.
• Comfortable supporting process improvements and adapting to changing payroll requirements.
• Experience with SAP SuccessFactors and/or Workday would be advantageous.
• Enthusiastic team player with a genuine interest in wellbeing, sport, or an active lifestyle.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary of £50,000 dependent on the level of experience.
• Generous benefits.
• Inclusive environment with development opportunities.

If you're interested in this role, apply now.