Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Our growing and successful US Law Firm client is hiring a Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join them on a permanent basis, housed in a brand new stunning office location in the heart of the city.

Salary to £50,000

Exceptional employee benefits

Hybrid working with the team working 3 days in the office, 2 days remotely

Stunning central London office location

This role will primarily ensure that all payroll processes are completed for new and existing hired using Workday. The Payroll & Benefits Specialist work autonomously and will also lead on updating and maintain employee benefits across the London office.

Key duties of the Payroll & Benefits Specialist:

• Ensure all payroll changes are integrated into the system including hires, terminations, leave and absences.
• Working with the Head of HR to ensure accuracy and to resolve any queries.
• Being responsible for year end processing.
• Ensuring compliance to HMRC.
• Running reports for Payroll & Workday.
• Coordinating month end payroll approvals.
• Managing the Apprenticeship levy account.
• Maintaining and updating all Benefits information for the firm and dealing with providers.

Key requirements of the Payroll & Benefits Specialist:

• Knowledge of HMRC best practices, legislation and requirements.
• Working knowledge of Workday HRIS.
• Knowledge of ADP iHCM.
• Previous experience working in Payroll & Benefits ideally within a Legal or Professional Services setting.