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Payroll Assistant

Yesterday London, United Kingdom

Working Conditions:

  • Part Time - 20 hours per week
  • Fixed Term Contract till December 2026
  • London, Chiswick Park

What You'll Do:

Payroll Processing & Administration

  • Support the end-to-end payroll process for UK employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with statutory regulations.
  • Process overtime, bonuses, allowances, and other variable payments.
  • Handle statutory payments, including sick pay (SSP), maternity (SMP), and paternity (SPP).
  • Manage joiners and leavers, ensuring all related documentation and payments are processed accurately and on time.
  • Assist with payroll reconciliations and reporting for Finance.

Workday System & Data Management

  • Manage and monitor Workday-related tasks, including approving new hires, terminations, and changes to employee data.
  • Run and maintain Workday payroll reports for Finance and HR.
  • Manage Workday cases and resolve employee issues promptly.
  • Support Workday interfaces and data validation between payroll and other HR/Finance systems.

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Employee Support

  • Handle payroll-related queries in a timely and professional manner.
  • Provide clear and accurate information to employees regarding pay, deductions, and entitlements.

Reporting & Compliance

  • Run monthly and ad hoc reports for Finance, HR, and Audit teams.
  • Maintain up-to-date records and documentation in line with GDPR and internal data governance standards.
  • Support compliance with UK payroll legislation and internal controls

Credit card administration:

  • Processing new applications, limit changes and other actions on request of business teams and credit card users

You Have These:

• Proven experience in UK payroll administration.

• Strong working knowledge of Workday (essential).

• Advanced Excel skills (including v-lookups, pivot tables, and data analysis).

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

• Good understanding of UK statutory payments and deductions.

• Strong organisational and time management skills.

• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

We'd Also Love If You Have These:

• Experience working in a multinational or complex organisations.

• Knowledge of payroll interfaces and integrations.

• Familiarity with finance or HR processes related to payroll.

Client-provided location(s): London, United Kingdom
Job ID: William_Morris_Endeavor-JR27389
Employment Type: PART_TIME
Posted: 2025-10-23T18:53:44

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program