Law Business Research

Payroll Administrator

Law Business Research

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: London • United Kingdom

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About the role

  • Assist in the preparation and execution of payroll runs across UK, US, and APAC.
  • Input and ensure payroll data is accurate and complete, including new hires, terminations, salary changes, deductions, benefits etc.
  • Support statutory reporting and filings (e.g., HMRC, IRS) globally.
  • Maintain region-specific compliance with relevant tax laws/legislation, labour regulations, and internal policies across all payroll entities.
  • Provide support with month-end and year-end payroll activities for all jurisdictions.
  • Maintain payroll records ensuring accuracy and data integrity across all systems.
  • Prepare payroll reports and analytics for Finance, HR, Tax and the leadership team.
  • Support audit requests and internal reviews by providing accurate documentation in a timely manner.
  • Support payroll system operations and integrations with HRIS and finance platforms (e.g., Workday).
  • Assist with system upgrades, testing, and automation initiatives.
  • Ensure data confidentiality and security in all payroll-related activities.
  • Identify opportunities to streamline payroll processes and improve accuracy.
  • Assist in implementing and maintaining internal controls.
  • Contribute to the development, improvement and documentation of standardised procedures.
  • Identify and escalate and discrepancies, errors, or process issues.
  • Respond to employee payroll queries in a timely and professional manner.
  • Collaborate with HR, Finance and external vendors to resolve payroll issues.
  • Support strategic initiatives and special projects as required by senior leadership, including finance system implementations, global payroll provider transition/migration, and business case development.

Requirements

  • 2+ years of experience in payroll or finance operations.
  • Familiarity with UK, US and/or APAC payroll processes and regulations.
  • Experience with payroll systems and reporting tools.
  • Payroll certification (e.g. CIPP, APA) desirable but not essential.
Benefits
  • Our people are our most valuable asset, as such, we offer a wide range of benefits to help ensure that all are supported:
  • **Start of employment:
  • - Eye care
  • - Employee Assistance Programme
  • - A day off for your birthday
  • After 3 months employment:
  • - Pension (4% employer contribution and 4% employee contribution)
  • After 4 months employment:
  • - Life assurance
  • After probation:
  • - Cycle to work scheme
  • - Season ticket loan
  • - £350 annual wellbeing allowance to contribute to gym memberships or fitness classes
  • - Puregym access
  • - Perks at work platform access
  • After 1 year service:
  • - Private healthcare
  • Additional Perks:
  • - Company socials
  • - Access to Employee Affinity Networks
  • - Mentoring scheme
  • - Volunteering Day
  • - Mortgage Advice
  • - Work from anywhere (2 weeks)
  • - Generous parental leave
  • We are committed to making our organisation an inclusive, respectful & engaging place to work with a culture shaped by our core values that promote equality, collaboration & respect in everything we do. We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident Scheme, meaning we are committed to being inclusive and accessible, which starts with our application and recruitment process. If you do require any reasonable adjustments to be made, please let us know as part of our application page. ** **At Law Business Research, we believe in the **power of growth **and the **importance of nurturing talent**. We have learned that building the right team delivers extraordinary results.
  • **Our fast-paced journey to becoming **a global technology-driven information service provider** has been built upon the values we hold close: **rewarding excellence**, **providing meaningful work on our leading brands, **and fostering an **inclusive environment** that is **diverse, connected, and supportive.**
  • **By doing this, we have **grown together **and achieved global success. Join us and be a part of a journey where your **contributions are valued**, your impact is significant, and **your growth is our priority.**
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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
payroll processingdata accuracystatutory reportingpayroll analyticsinternal controlsprocess improvementdata integritysystem upgradesautomation initiativescompliance
Soft Skills
communicationcollaborationproblem-solvingattention to detailtimelinessprofessionalismorganizational skillsconfidentialityleadership supportcustomer service
Certifications
CIPPAPA