Payroll & Benefits Manager

Location: London. Hybrid working in our London offices, 3 days a week (60% of the time office based). Salary ranging £50,000 - £60,000 per annum, plus company bonus scheme and some glamorous benefits.

Supporting approx 400 employees across UK & Ireland, Retail and Office based employees, with 1 Coordinator to support your mission as line manager.

YOUR NEXT ROLE:

Supporting our teams across Retail and Corporate, the Payroll & Benefits Manager is exceptionally placed to orchestrate and shape the overall compensation strategy of Shiseido UK & Ireland. This role is a position of trust, one which promotes internal strategy and payroll operations whilst delicately balancing employee benefits and compliance. Working closely with HR leadership, Finance, People Analytics, and external partners, this position will oversee market benchmarking, compliance, and innovative rewards programs that enhance the employee experience while ensuring compliance with global and regional regulations. This is a permanent position, based in our fabulous UK Head office in London.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• As the authority on Payroll & Benefits, ensure accurate and timely payments while keeping a pulse on legislation, compliance, benefit renewals and general audit/reporting.
• Provide guidance to HR Business Partners and managers on compensation decisions, policies, and best practices.
• Manage Employee Benefits and oversee the administration of employee benefits programmes (e.g., pensions, healthcare, life assurance).
• Work with brokers and providers to ensure our plans are competitive and well-communicated to employees.
• Lead the annual benefits enrolment process and ensure accurate employee data management.
• Monitor utilisation and effectiveness of benefits offerings through data and employee feedback.
• Manage and execute the payroll of employees across corporate and retail.
• Support the design, implementation, and maintenance of the organisation’s compensation strategy.
• Maintain accurate compensation and benefits data within HR systems.
• Conduct job evaluations, benchmarking, and market analysis to ensure internal equity and external competitiveness.
• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting requirements and internal audit standards.

YOUR BACKGROUND:

• Experienced with compensation modelling tools & benchmarking platforms.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and demonstrable advanced Excel skills.
• Well acquainted with HMRC auditing, legislative updates and regulations.
• Strong technical capability and analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and present insights clearly.
• Knowledge of UK employment law, HMRC requirements and reward-related regulations.
• Communication skills: Ability to translate complex compensation topics into clear narratives for employees and leadership.
• Employee first mentality, with excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

BENEFITS YOU’LL LOVE:

• Generous product allocation & discount to spend on our products.
• Enhanced time off through 26 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday day off + time off for when you get married or move house.
• 8% matching pension scheme and life Assurance up to x4 your salary.
• Flexible Fridays and hybrid work patterns.
• Wellbeing programmes including mental health first aiders and free counselling.
• Monthly access to L&D opportunities for continuous development.

INCLUSION HEROS:

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are proud to promote a culture which supports and appreciates people from all backgrounds.