Overview A leading global consultancy is seeking a Payroll Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract based in London. This role focuses on both UK payroll management and EMEA-wide payroll transformation initiatives, with collaboration across international teams to streamline processes and drive operational excellence. The position offers a hybrid working model, a culture that promotes inclusivity and professional growth, and opportunities to optimise payroll operations and contribute to meaningful change. What You'll Do Oversee the collection and documentation of all monthly payroll input data for the UK operation, ensuring every amendment-such as new starters, leavers, salary changes, bonuses, benefits, overtime, unpaid leave, and company maternity pay-is accurately processed. Act as the primary point of contact for all payroll-related queries within the UK organisation while providing support for EMEA-focused payroll issues as they arise. Manage statutory calculations including Statutory Sick Pay, Statutory Maternity Pay, and Statutory Paternity Pay with precision and compliance. Collaborate closely with the Global Payroll team based in the US to ensure timely and accurate completion of payroll cycles by running pre-payroll checks and resolving anomalies. Support employees with all payroll queries and partner with the Benefits Manager to address pay-related benefits questions efficiently. Ensure full compliance with HMRC reporting requirements by managing submissions and maintaining up-to-date records. Assist in establishing new payroll systems and processes across other EMEA offices as part of ongoing expansion or transformation efforts. Lead initiatives aimed at optimising and standardising payroll processes throughout EMEA by identifying opportunities for automation, system enhancements, and vendor consolidation. Support system implementations, upgrades, and integrations between payroll platforms, HRIS solutions, and finance systems to improve efficiency. Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), service level agreements (SLAs), and other metrics to track payroll performance across regions. What You'll Bring Your proven track record as a Payroll Manager with deep technical knowledge of complex systems like ADP or Oracle, plus practical experience navigating UK regulations such as PAYE and NIC. Analytical mindset with strong academic credentials in Maths and English, enabling accurate data interpretation and attention to detail. Project management expertise to oversee implementations or migrations across multiple teams or geographies. Advanced Excel skills to manipulate large data sets efficiently without sacrificing accuracy. Strong interpersonal skills to communicate clearly at all levels and build trust with stakeholders across HR, Finance, Legal, and external providers. Discretion when handling confidential information and a reliable partner within HR, Finance, Legal departments as well as external vendors. Enthusiasm for continuous improvement and the ability to contribute strategically by identifying opportunities for optimisation. Demonstrated experience managing complex payroll systems such as ADP or Oracle within a professional services environment. Comprehensive understanding of PAYE and NIC legislation for regulatory navigation. Familiarity with EMEA payrolls-particularly German processes-is advantageous but not mandatory; willingness to learn regional nuances is valued. Proven project management skills, especially relating to payroll implementations or system migrations with multiple stakeholders. Strong academic background in Maths and English to underpin analytical problem-solving. Advanced Excel proficiency for handling large datasets with high accuracy. Consistent delivery of high-quality outputs with attention to detail and reliability as a team member. Ability to prioritise tasks under pressure to meet deadlines while ensuring quality and compliance. Excellent interpersonal communication to build credibility at all levels, including senior management. Discretion with sensitive information and a commitment to confidentiality and trustworthiness. What Sets this Company Apart This organisation emphasizes an inclusive environment where every employee's voice is valued. Diversity is celebrated as part of daily operations, with a hybrid working model that blends remote autonomy with collaborative office-based work. The company offers market-leading benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, generous time-off policies, and financial planning resources. Professional development opportunities are available to staff at every career stage, with core values centred on respect, equity, accountability, and meaningful impact for clients and wider communities. About the Job Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates. Contract Type: Permanent Focus: Finance & Accounting Workplace Type: Hybrid Experience Level: Senior Management Location: London Salary: £75,000 - £85,000 per annum Date posted: 6 February 2026 Consultant: Ella Killbride Job Reference: R1FODI-B1B2B5BD FULL_TIME Date posted: 6 February 2026 Robert Walters URL:
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Overview A leading global consultancy is seeking a Payroll Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract based in London. This role focuses on both UK payroll management and EMEA-wide payroll transformation initiatives, with collaboration across international teams to streamline processes and drive operational excellence. The position offers a hybrid working model, a culture that promotes inclusivity and professional growth, and opportunities to optimise payroll operations and contribute to meaningful change. What You'll Do Oversee the collection and documentation of all monthly payroll input data for the UK operation, ensuring every amendment-such as new starters, leavers, salary changes, bonuses, benefits, overtime, unpaid leave, and company maternity pay-is accurately processed. Act as the primary point of contact for all payroll-related queries within the UK organisation while providing support for EMEA-focused payroll issues as they arise. Manage statutory calculations including Statutory Sick Pay, Statutory Maternity Pay, and Statutory Paternity Pay with precision and compliance. Collaborate closely with the Global Payroll team based in the US to ensure timely and accurate completion of payroll cycles by running pre-payroll checks and resolving anomalies. Support employees with all payroll queries and partner with the Benefits Manager to address pay-related benefits questions efficiently. Ensure full compliance with HMRC reporting requirements by managing submissions and maintaining up-to-date records. Assist in establishing new payroll systems and processes across other EMEA offices as part of ongoing expansion or transformation efforts. Lead initiatives aimed at optimising and standardising payroll processes throughout EMEA by identifying opportunities for automation, system enhancements, and vendor consolidation. Support system implementations, upgrades, and integrations between payroll platforms, HRIS solutions, and finance systems to improve efficiency. Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), service level agreements (SLAs), and other metrics to track payroll performance across regions. What You'll Bring Your proven track record as a Payroll Manager with deep technical knowledge of complex systems like ADP or Oracle, plus practical experience navigating UK regulations such as PAYE and NIC. Analytical mindset with strong academic credentials in Maths and English, enabling accurate data interpretation and attention to detail. Project management expertise to oversee implementations or migrations across multiple teams or geographies. Advanced Excel skills to manipulate large data sets efficiently without sacrificing accuracy. Strong interpersonal skills to communicate clearly at all levels and build trust with stakeholders across HR, Finance, Legal, and external providers. Discretion when handling confidential information and a reliable partner within HR, Finance, Legal departments as well as external vendors. Enthusiasm for continuous improvement and the ability to contribute strategically by identifying opportunities for optimisation. Demonstrated experience managing complex payroll systems such as ADP or Oracle within a professional services environment. Comprehensive understanding of PAYE and NIC legislation for regulatory navigation. Familiarity with EMEA payrolls-particularly German processes-is advantageous but not mandatory; willingness to learn regional nuances is valued. Proven project management skills, especially relating to payroll implementations or system migrations with multiple stakeholders. Strong academic background in Maths and English to underpin analytical problem-solving. Advanced Excel proficiency for handling large datasets with high accuracy. Consistent delivery of high-quality outputs with attention to detail and reliability as a team member. Ability to prioritise tasks under pressure to meet deadlines while ensuring quality and compliance. Excellent interpersonal communication to build credibility at all levels, including senior management. Discretion with sensitive information and a commitment to confidentiality and trustworthiness. What Sets this Company Apart This organisation emphasizes an inclusive environment where every employee's voice is valued. Diversity is celebrated as part of daily operations, with a hybrid working model that blends remote autonomy with collaborative office-based work. The company offers market-leading benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, generous time-off policies, and financial planning resources. Professional development opportunities are available to staff at every career stage, with core values centred on respect, equity, accountability, and meaningful impact for clients and wider communities. About the Job Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates. Contract Type: Permanent Focus: Finance & Accounting Workplace Type: Hybrid Experience Level: Senior Management Location: London Salary: £75,000 - £85,000 per annum Date posted: 6 February 2026 Consultant: Ella Killbride Job Reference: R1FODI-B1B2B5BD FULL_TIME Date posted: 6 February 2026 Robert Walters URL:
Are you the "last man standing" in the Opera support team? This is your chance to move to an Opera & MS Dynamics reseller, whilts carry on doing Opera support and also getting full training in Business Central If you have strong Pegasus Opera consulting and Implementation experience this Opera reseller will give you full training in Business Central . tehy have already cross trained 2 Opera consultants they have are fully engaged on Business Central projects, and with payroll season coming up they need to back fill the opera support team. You will need to spend time doing the MS Dynamics certification and getting to grips with the Business Central functionality. The job is fully remote Fab company Good people Full training in Business Central Please apply and I'll have a look at your CV and call you back, thanks Jake
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Are you the "last man standing" in the Opera support team? This is your chance to move to an Opera & MS Dynamics reseller, whilts carry on doing Opera support and also getting full training in Business Central If you have strong Pegasus Opera consulting and Implementation experience this Opera reseller will give you full training in Business Central . tehy have already cross trained 2 Opera consultants they have are fully engaged on Business Central projects, and with payroll season coming up they need to back fill the opera support team. You will need to spend time doing the MS Dynamics certification and getting to grips with the Business Central functionality. The job is fully remote Fab company Good people Full training in Business Central Please apply and I'll have a look at your CV and call you back, thanks Jake
UK Payroll Implementation Consultant Remote working 8-12 week assignment Flex daily rate Outside IR35 End of March start A rapidly expanding payroll & HR services company are lookimng to secure the services of an experienced payroll implementation consultant for a short-term assignment on a remote basis. If you have a proven track record of multiple successfull payroll implementations for clients, and can start no later than the end of March, please apply online today! My client are looking to move fast on this and are very keen to see suitable CV's asap. JGA are dedicated to delivering the best possible candidate experience. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we are not always able to respond to every individual applicant. If your application is shortlisted, a member of our team will be in touch. Thank you for your understanding. JGA Recruitment Group Ltd ("We") are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. We strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply. We are also committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. We are a specialist Payroll and HR recruitment agency and recruitment business as defined in the Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003 (our business). These statements together with our privacy notices set out the basis on which any personal data we collect from you, or that you provide to us, will be processed by us.
Mar 17, 2026
Contractor
UK Payroll Implementation Consultant Remote working 8-12 week assignment Flex daily rate Outside IR35 End of March start A rapidly expanding payroll & HR services company are lookimng to secure the services of an experienced payroll implementation consultant for a short-term assignment on a remote basis. If you have a proven track record of multiple successfull payroll implementations for clients, and can start no later than the end of March, please apply online today! My client are looking to move fast on this and are very keen to see suitable CV's asap. JGA are dedicated to delivering the best possible candidate experience. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we are not always able to respond to every individual applicant. If your application is shortlisted, a member of our team will be in touch. Thank you for your understanding. JGA Recruitment Group Ltd ("We") are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. We strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply. We are also committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. We are a specialist Payroll and HR recruitment agency and recruitment business as defined in the Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003 (our business). These statements together with our privacy notices set out the basis on which any personal data we collect from you, or that you provide to us, will be processed by us.
Job Title: PeopleXD Implementation Consultant Location: Remote Contract Type: Permanent Salary: 65,000 A leading consultantancy is seeking an experienced PeopleXD Implementation Consultantto join their growing HR systems delivery team. This role focuses on supporting organisations through the successful implementation and optimisation of payroll and workforce management solutions. Working remotely, you will partner with HR, payroll, and operational teams to ensure systems are configured correctly, processes are efficient, and payroll operations run smoothly. This position would suit a consultant with a strong understanding of payroll processes and workforce management systems who enjoys translating business requirements into practical system solutions. Key Responsibilities: Lead client discussions to understand payroll and workforce management requirements. Configure PeopleXD payroll and workforce management functionality to align with operational processes. Translate payroll rules, approval structures, and scheduling requirements into system configuration. Prepare clear documentation outlining system setup and functional design. Assist with the transfer of payroll and workforce data into the new system, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Build reports that enable payroll teams to manage data efficiently and reduce manual intervention. Work alongside technical teams to support integrations with finance platforms and other connected systems. Coordinate and support system testing phases, including system integration and user acceptance testing. Manage payroll comparison runs to validate system accuracy prior to launch. Provide support during final deployment and the immediate post launch period to ensure a stable transition. Deliver guidance and training sessions for payroll, HR, and operational users. Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve system usage. Assist with ongoing system updates and provide post implementation support where required. Skills and Experience Required: Experience implementing payroll or workforce management solutions within HR systems. Strong knowledge of payroll governance, validation processes, and reconciliation practices. Practical experience configuring HR or payroll software platforms. Ability to run workshops and translate operational requirements into system functionality. Experience working with PeopleXD or comparable HR and payroll platforms. Exposure to complex programme delivery involving multiple stakeholders. Familiarity with system integrations or API based connections. Experience delivering projects within large or regulated organisations. Professional certification relating to HR, payroll systems, or the PeopleXD platform would be beneficial. Degree level education or equivalent industry experience. What Success Looks Like: Payroll and workforce management solutions delivered accurately and on schedule. Smooth payroll processing following implementation with minimal errors. Positive engagement from end users and strong client feedback. Ongoing improvements and optimisation following initial delivery. If you have strong payroll system expertise and enjoy working closely with clients to deliver effective HR technology solutions, we would welcome your application. JGA Recruitment Group Ltd ("We") are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. We are also committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. We are a specialist Payroll and HR recruitment agency and recruitment business as defined in the Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003 (our business). These statements together with our privacy notices set out the basis on which any personal data we collect from you, or that you provide to us, will be processed by us.
Mar 12, 2026
Full time
Job Title: PeopleXD Implementation Consultant Location: Remote Contract Type: Permanent Salary: 65,000 A leading consultantancy is seeking an experienced PeopleXD Implementation Consultantto join their growing HR systems delivery team. This role focuses on supporting organisations through the successful implementation and optimisation of payroll and workforce management solutions. Working remotely, you will partner with HR, payroll, and operational teams to ensure systems are configured correctly, processes are efficient, and payroll operations run smoothly. This position would suit a consultant with a strong understanding of payroll processes and workforce management systems who enjoys translating business requirements into practical system solutions. Key Responsibilities: Lead client discussions to understand payroll and workforce management requirements. Configure PeopleXD payroll and workforce management functionality to align with operational processes. Translate payroll rules, approval structures, and scheduling requirements into system configuration. Prepare clear documentation outlining system setup and functional design. Assist with the transfer of payroll and workforce data into the new system, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Build reports that enable payroll teams to manage data efficiently and reduce manual intervention. Work alongside technical teams to support integrations with finance platforms and other connected systems. Coordinate and support system testing phases, including system integration and user acceptance testing. Manage payroll comparison runs to validate system accuracy prior to launch. Provide support during final deployment and the immediate post launch period to ensure a stable transition. Deliver guidance and training sessions for payroll, HR, and operational users. Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve system usage. Assist with ongoing system updates and provide post implementation support where required. Skills and Experience Required: Experience implementing payroll or workforce management solutions within HR systems. Strong knowledge of payroll governance, validation processes, and reconciliation practices. Practical experience configuring HR or payroll software platforms. Ability to run workshops and translate operational requirements into system functionality. Experience working with PeopleXD or comparable HR and payroll platforms. Exposure to complex programme delivery involving multiple stakeholders. Familiarity with system integrations or API based connections. Experience delivering projects within large or regulated organisations. Professional certification relating to HR, payroll systems, or the PeopleXD platform would be beneficial. Degree level education or equivalent industry experience. What Success Looks Like: Payroll and workforce management solutions delivered accurately and on schedule. Smooth payroll processing following implementation with minimal errors. Positive engagement from end users and strong client feedback. Ongoing improvements and optimisation following initial delivery. If you have strong payroll system expertise and enjoy working closely with clients to deliver effective HR technology solutions, we would welcome your application. JGA Recruitment Group Ltd ("We") are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. We are also committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. We are a specialist Payroll and HR recruitment agency and recruitment business as defined in the Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003 (our business). These statements together with our privacy notices set out the basis on which any personal data we collect from you, or that you provide to us, will be processed by us.
