Payroll Specialist

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Job Description - Payroll Specialist

Meraki Talent are engaged to support the appointment of a Payroll Specialist for a leading financial services institution on a 12-month full-time contract based in Northampton. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing payroll function within a well-respected organisation and further develop yourself in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the delivery of accurate and timely payroll processing (gross to net) for salaried, hourly, and commissioned employees
Administer employee payroll records, ensuring compliance and data accuracy
Provide expert advice on payroll matters including PAYE, NI, bonuses, commissions, and statutory deductions
Oversee the submission of statutory filings and reports (e.g. RTI, P60s, P11Ds), maintaining compliance with HMRC and other relevant authorities
Manage escalations from the tier 2 payroll team, ensuring resolution and support throughout
Support change initiatives, including business and legislative projects, by providing technical payroll expertise
Ensure controls are embedded to mitigate risk and deliver compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements
Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Finance, and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and resolve payroll-related issues
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll legislation, practices, and industry changes
Contribute to process improvement initiatives and automation efforts within the payroll function

Candidate Profile

Extensive payroll experience within a complex, multi-jurisdictional environment
Proven expertise in statutory compliance, reporting, and tax legislation
Strong working knowledge of UK payroll legislation, including HMRC submissions
Demonstrated experience leading process improvement and procedural change
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
The ability to make sound decisions balancing policy, legislation, and team deliverables
Experience handling sensitive or escalated payroll queries with discretion and professionalism
Ideally, experience working in financial services or a similarly regulated environment

For more information or a confidential conversation, reach out to. Nick Nikitin at

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