Payroll Lead

Payroll Lead - 4 month FTC - Remote/ London - up to £60,000 per annum

Oakleaf Partnership is delighted to be exclusively partnered with a retailer, who are looking for a Payroll Lead, on a 4 month FTC basis, (possible temp to perm option). This role will be responsible for leading payroll operations, across their UK & EMEA region. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced, international environment, play a key role in ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll delivery. This role is either on a remote or hybrid basis, based in their London office.

The Payroll Lead will be assisting/overseeing duties such as:

• Manage end to end payroll delivery across UK & EMEA countries
• Act as the subject matter expert for payroll
• Contribute to the development of global payroll strategy Manage and maintain high data integrity, producing accurate reporting, and enhancing system capability and workflows
• Oversee end to end benefits administration
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of payroll processes, documentation, and systems

• Proven experience processing UK & EMEA payrolls
• Strong knowledge of local tax, pension, and labour regulations across EMEA countries
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong numerical skills, attention to detail, and confidentiality
• Excellent communication skills