Specialist Payroll Officer in London

Specialist Payroll Officer in London

London Full-Time 45000 - 55000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Inventum Group

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage payroll operations for 1,200 employees across 9 countries in a dynamic environment.
  • Company: Join a global leader in maritime services with a focus on innovation and collaboration.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a commitment to diversity and inclusivity.
  • Other info: Opportunity for career growth and involvement in payroll transformation projects.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in payroll while working with a supportive and innovative team.
  • Qualifications: Experience in international payroll and strong Excel skills are essential.

The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 Β£ per year.

About the Company: Our client, a global leader in maritime services, invites you to become a pivotal part of our payroll team as an International Payroll and Benefits Analyst. This is your chance to contribute to a company at the forefront of the shipping industry, ensuring seamless payroll operations across multiple countries and making a tangible impact within a collaborative and innovative workplace.

About the Role: In this role, you'll orchestrate the smooth execution of payroll, compensation, and benefits services across our global operations. Working closely with the Payroll Manager, HR, Finance, and external payroll providers, you'll ensure that payroll processes are accurate, efficient, and aligned with our high standards of service governance. Your expertise will support continuous improvements, manage stakeholder relationships, and successfully deliver payroll for approximately 9 countries and 1,200 employees. This role is essential in upholding our commitment to operational excellence and employee satisfaction while contributing to strategic payroll initiatives.

  • Proven experience in payroll operations or payroll service delivery within an international context ideally.
  • Demonstrable experience managing relationships with outsourced payroll providers across multiple countries.
  • Proficiency with payroll systems such as ResourceLink and ADP, SAP SuccessFactors, or similar solutions.
  • Advanced Excel skills for payroll reporting, reconciliations, and management information.
  • Solid understanding of payroll governance, controls, and compliance practices.
  • Ideally, a relevant professional qualification in payroll, HR, or finance.
  • Several years of hands-on payroll experience, particularly in multinational or complex environments.
  • Previous involvement in payroll transformation projects or system upgrades.
  • Experience supporting compensation, benefits, or reward activities.
  • Knowledge of payroll projects, system implementations, or process improvement initiatives.
  • Familiarity with additional payroll tools and reporting dashboards.
  • Exposure to international payroll regulations and compliance standards.
  • Ability to manage multiple payrolls and priorities simultaneously.
  • Willingness to support payroll projects and process enhancements.
  • Commitment to professional development within payroll and reward disciplines.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.

Specialist Payroll Officer in London employer: Inventum Group

As a leading local authority, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment that champions Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. Our predominantly remote working model allows for flexibility while still encouraging collaboration through regular team meetings in Bristol. We are committed to the professional growth of our employees, offering opportunities to lead impactful EDI initiatives and engage with senior stakeholders, making this an excellent place for HR professionals looking to make a meaningful difference in the community.

Inventum Group

Contact Details:

Inventum Group Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Specialist Payroll Officer in London

Payroll Operations
International Payroll Management
Relationship Management
ResourceLink
ADP
SAP SuccessFactors
Advanced Excel Skills