UK Payroll Specialist

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Company DescriptionAt Quadient, we support businesses of all sizes in their digital transformation and growth journey, unlocking operational efficiency with reliable, secure, and sustainable automation processes.
Our success in delivering innovation and business growth is inspired by the connections our diverse teams create every day, with our clients and each other.
It's these connections that make Quadient such an exceptional place to grow your career, develop your skills and make a real impact – help our future-focused business lead the way in powering secure and sustainable business connections through digital and physical channels.

Job Description
We're looking for a detail-oriented and customer-focused UK Payroll Specialist to join our international People team.
In this role, you will help deliver accurate and compliant payroll processes while partnering closely with HR, Benefits, and employees across multiple countries. You'll play an important role in ensuring a seamless employee experience, driving process improvements, and supporting payroll operations in a dynamic international environment.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working with data, systems, and people while contributing to the continuous improvement of payroll and HR operations.
What You'll Be DoingPayroll OperationsSupport end-to-end payroll processing for multiple countries and employee populations.
Prepare, validate, and submit payroll data to external payroll providers where applicable.
Manage payroll-related changes including hires, terminations, salary adjustments, bonuses, and leave administration.
Review payroll inputs to ensure accuracy and timely processing.
Support off-cycle payroll runs, corrections, and retroactive adjustments.
Employee Experience & CollaborationAct as a trusted point of contact for payroll-related employee inquiries.
Partner closely with HR, Benefits, Finance, and local stakeholders to resolve payroll matters efficiently.
Help ensure a positive employee experience through responsive and professional support.
Contribute to cross-functional projects and People Operations initiatives.
Compliance & GovernanceEnsure payroll activities comply with local legislation and company policies.
Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation.
Assist with internal and external audits.
Identify risks, discrepancies, or compliance gaps and proactively escalate where needed.
Systems & Process ImprovementMaintain payroll and employee data within HRIS and payroll systems.
Support testing activities related to system updates and process enhancements.
Generate payroll reports and provide data insights to stakeholders.
Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve operational efficiency.
Qualifications2-4 years of experience in payroll, HR operations, shared services, or a related field.
Experience working with payroll systems such as ADP, SAP, Workday, or similar platforms.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
Excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
Good communication skills and a customer-oriented mindset.
Professional working proficiency in English.
Additional InformationNice to HaveExperience supporting international or multi-country payroll environments.
Familiarity with Workday HRIS.
Experience working with external payroll providers.
Exposure to continuous improvement or process optimization initiatives.
Knowledge of Czech payroll legislation is an advantage but not mandatory.

What We Offer
International and collaborative work environment.
Opportunity to work with global payroll and HR teams.
Modern HR technologies and best-in-class payroll processes.
Professional development and career growth opportunities.
Hybrid working model and flexible working arrangements.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Rewards & BenefitsFlexible Work: Embrace a hybrid work model blending office and remote setup for a balanced lifestyle.
Endless Learning: Access global opportunities for growth through our 24/7 online learning platform.
Inclusive Community: Join our Empowered Communities and engage in our Philanthropy program.
Comprehensive Rewards: Enjoy competitive Total Rewards covering wellness, work/life balance, and more, including a generous referral scheme.
Caring for Wellbeing: Access our complimentary employee assistance program for mental health support.
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