Payroll Specialist

DWF

Payroll Specialist managing end-to-end payroll processing across multiple locations for DWF. Collaborating with HR and Finance to ensure compliance and deliver timely payroll services.

Posted 7/27/2026full-time🇬🇧 United KingdomJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing end-to-end payroll processing across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with statutory regulations and delivering high-quality customer service. Proficient in payroll data management, reconciliation, and collaboration with HR and Finance teams to maintain data integrity.

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Payroll Processing ManagementStatutory Regulations ComplianceNumerical And Analytical SkillsAttention To DetailConfidential Information Handling

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Hard Skills

Payroll Data EntryPayroll ReconciliationPayroll AuditsProcess ImprovementData Integrity Management

Soft Skills

Confident CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTime ManagementProactive Work EthicCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Payroll SoftwareADP

Industry Keywords

Multi-Jurisdictional PayrollProfessional ServicesInternal ControlsRegulatory StandardsPayroll Transformation Initiatives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

manage the end-to-end processing of payrolls across multiple countries and jurisdictions
maintain accurate, up-to-date, and confidential payroll records
complete payroll data entry, reconciliations, and audit checks to ensure accuracy and compliance
respond to payroll-related queries from employees and internal stakeholders in a timely and professional manner
partner with HR and Finance teams to ensure employee data integrity and accurate payroll reporting
support compliance with local statutory requirements and international payroll regulations
assist with payroll audits and ensure adherence to internal controls and regulatory standards
contribute to process improvements and payroll transformation initiatives to enhance efficiency and service delivery
work collaboratively with the Global Payroll Manager and wider payroll team to ensure payrolls are processed accurately and on time
deliver a high level of customer service and support to colleagues across the business

Requirements

What you’ll need

minimum 2 years of experience in a specialist payroll role
preferably within a professional services or multi-jurisdictional environment
strong numerical and analytical skills
excellent attention to detail
ability to work accurately with confidential information
confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
effective time management
embraces change with a positive attitude
works proactively and independently to support the team in delivering results
familiarity with payroll software and systems, preferably ADP (beneficial but not essential)
a strong understanding of statutory regulations

Benefits

Comp & perks

opportunity to be part of a global organisation with a supportive, inclusive and people-focused culture
work within a collaborative payroll team
contribute to meaningful payroll operations across multiple locations
support continuous improvement within the function