Payroll & Benefits Administration Specialist UK

Date: 15 Apr 2026

Payroll & Benefits Administration Specialist UK

Location: Hazelwood or London, UK

Work Pattern: 4 days in the office + 1 day flexible

How You'll Make an Impact

As Payroll & Benefits Administration Specialist you will deliver accurate, compliant, and employee focused payroll and Total Rewards administration. You will play a key part in ensuring payroll, benefits, time and attendance, and offboarding processes are executed with precision while supporting continuous improvement and automation initiatives in a global HR operations environment.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver accurate, compliant payroll administration in line with local legislation and company policies
• Administer employee benefits programs, including enrollments, changes, and employee support
• Manage time and attendance data to ensure correct payroll processing
• Coordinate payroll and benefits activities related to employee offboarding
• Support internal and external audits by preparing and validating payroll and benefits documentation
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure seamless Total Rewards service delivery
• Identify and drive automation, standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives within HR operations

Required Qualifications that Enable Your Success

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or equivalent
• Minimum of three years' experience in payroll and benefits administration
• Experience working with HR systems such as SAP, SuccessFactors, Protime, and ServiceNow
• In-depth knowledge of European employment legislation, with specific experience in the UK and France
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, international environment
• Proficiency in English and French; additional European languages are a plus

Preferred Qualifications that Drive You Forward

• Experience supporting payroll and benefits activities in a multinational organization
• Exposure to payroll or HR process automation initiatives

We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your well being, productivity, and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation, we are committed to working with you to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.

Your Work Environment

• Use of computers and digital tools in a professional office or hybrid setting
• Collaboration with global HR teams and external vendors
• Adherence to data accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance standards

Benefits that Empower You

• Work in a respected, industry leading multinational company within Berkshire Hathaway
• A culture of accountability, empowerment, inclusion, and diversity
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development, learning, and global career mobility
• Meaningful work contributing to sustainable and innovative chemical solutions