Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

PE-backed FinTech

London

Up to £450 p/d

We’re looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a high growth, Private Equity backed FinTech organisation as they continue to scale.

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of payroll operations within a fast-paced, technology-driven environment. You’ll work closely with People, Finance and other internal teams, helping to deliver a smooth and reliable payroll process while supporting the business as it grows.

What you’ll be doing:

• Managing the end-to-end monthly payroll process for employees across the UK and Europe.
• Ensuring payroll is processed accurately, efficiently and on time.
• Preparing and reviewing payroll data, including new starters, leavers, salary changes, bonuses and benefits.
• Managing payroll-related queries from employees and internal stakeholders.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant UK payroll legislation, including PAYE, National Insurance and statutory payments.
• Completing payroll reconciliations and working closely with Finance on payroll-related reporting.
• Supporting pension administration and other payroll-related benefits.
• Maintaining accurate payroll records and documentation.
• Working with external payroll providers and other third parties where appropriate.
• Supporting payroll audits and year-end activities, including P11Ds and P60s.
• Identifying opportunities to improve and automate payroll processes as the business scales.

What we’re looking for:

• Previous experience working in a payroll-focused role, ideally within a fast-growing or complex organisation.
• Strong knowledge of UK payroll processes and legislation.
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to your work.
• Comfortable working with payroll systems, HR systems and Excel.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage deadlines effectively.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
• Good communication skills, with the confidence to work with stakeholders across the business.
• A high level of discretion when handling confidential employee information.
• The ability to work independently while also being a collaborative team player.

Experience working within financial services, technology or a high-growth environment would be useful, but isn’t essential.