Hybrid EMEA Payroll Specialist

• Join a globally renowned business!
• Interim to Permanent EMEA payroll opportunity!

About Our Client

• Global business - consistent growth through M&A
• Operating in over 20+ countries with headcount in excess of 2,500 employees
• Strong presence in Northern Europe - big hubs in Spain, France, Netherlands, United Kingdom and Germany
• Site in Reading as well as a few domestic locations
• Hybrid working offered with good arrangements around start and finish times
• Trading for over 15+ years

Job Description

Hybrid EMEA Payroll Specialist

• Manage end-to-end payroll processes across the EMEA region, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Ensure compliance with local tax laws, employment regulations, and company policies.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to address payroll-related queries.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and prepare necessary reports for management.
• Support audits by providing relevant payroll documentation and information.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance payroll efficiency.
• Respond promptly to employee inquiries about payroll and benefits.
• Stay updated on changes in EMEA payroll legislation and best practices.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Hybrid EMEA Payroll Specialist should have:

• Even though interim to permanent, the business can wait for the right person as the intention is to have this person permanently
• Proven exposure within the EMEA region - BAU processing for European nations
• Experience with multiple vendors and 3rd party suppliers
• Familiarity with tax laws and employment regulations in the EMEA region.
• High attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Happy to commit to an initial period in the office for training (c. 6 weeks) then reverting to hybrid working
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Happy to commute to Reading

What's on Offer

Hybrid EMEA Payroll Specialist

• Temp to Perm position - Reading, Hybrid
• Salary offering: Initially on hourly rate (inclusive of holiday pay) £27 per hour to £29 per hour
• Opportunity to continue to expand EMEA knowledge and process within numerous countries
• Hybrid working - typically 3 days per week in the office, 2 days per week working from home
• Free parking on site
• Permanent benefits include private healthcare/dental, pension etc.