Payroll Operations Specialist - UK Payroll experience (42638)

Job title: Payroll Operations Specialist - UK Payroll experience
Job type: Full-time
Emp type:
Salary type: Market related
Location: Johannesburg Metro
Job published: 14 July 2025
Job ID: 42638

Job Description

Payroll Operations Specialist

Please note: Only candidates with UK or EU Payroll experience will be considered for this position.

My client, a leading multi national is looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Operations Specialist with UK PAYROLL EXPERIENCE to join their team based in Johannesburg. This role will oversee multi-entity and international payroll operations, working as part of a shared services model supporting multiple global offices.

If you have a strong background in end-to-end UK Payroll and experience working in a multinational environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

 Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee payroll operations for multiple international entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Manage payroll input, validation, and approvals with an outsourced payroll provider.
  • Monitor and ensure seamless integration of payroll data from Workday.
  • Manage end-of-pay cycle tasks, including payroll reconciliation and reporting
  • Handle regulatory compliance, payroll audits, and adherence to country-specific laws.
  • Oversee benefits administration, ensuring accurate processing within payroll.
  • Partner with Finance and HR teams to ensure seamless payroll execution
  • Drive payroll process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.

Required Skills:

  • Extensive experience in UK payroll operations (non-negotiable)
  • Strong knowledge of international payroll practices and compliance.
  • Experience working with outsourced payroll vendors (essential).
  • Hands-on experience with Workday compensation & benefits (preferred).
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll reporting.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and ability to handle high-volume payrolls.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a proactive approach.
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills to collaborate with HR, Finance, and third-party providers.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Should you meet the required skills please respond to this advert

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