Payroll Specialist

Overview

EMEA Payroll Specialist - London - hybrid working

Salary: £65,000 - £75,000

Are you an experienced payroll professional with expertise across EMEA, particularly in French and UK payroll? We're seeking a Payroll Specialist to join a high-performing HR Operations team and play a pivotal role in managing accurate and timely payroll delivery across multiple EMEA locations.

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a role with broad international exposure, where you'll lead payroll cycles, manage vendor relationships, and support both BAU and strategic payroll initiatives.

What you'll be doing

• Managing payroll across multiple EMEA countries, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Partnering with Finance, HR, and external providers to deliver seamless payroll operations.
• Acting as the go-to expert for payroll queries, audits, and year-end reporting.
• Supporting global mobility and shadow payrolls for expatriates.
• Driving payroll excellence while contributing to wider HR and Compensation projects.

What we're looking for

• Strong experience in international payroll within EMEA, in particular French payroll.
• Proven background managing outsourced payroll providers.
• Deep understanding of tax, compliance, and employee benefits.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

This role will suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced, international environment, has a keen eye for detail, and enjoys working collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders. If you're ready to take ownership of payroll delivery across multiple regions and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.