Job Description
The Company
We are working with a forward-thinking organisation undertaking a major payroll transformation project. With Workday Payroll scheduled to Go-Live on 1st April 2026, this is an exciting opportunity to join the project team and play a key role in shaping the future of payroll operations.
The RoleAs a Payroll Project Specialist, you will report directly to the Payroll Manager and be based at the Leeds Head Office, with hybrid working considered.Your responsibilities will include:
* End-to-end testing of Workday Payroll functionality, following test scripts and documenting outcomes
* Recording testing activity using Jira
* Analysing payroll results to ensure accuracy of payments and deductions
* Ensuring all payroll transactions are compliant with UK legislation and internal policy
* Supporting payroll parallel runs and BAU team activities
* Creating processing materials and SOPs
* Acting as a Workday change agent, coaching and supporting payroll colleagues
* Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance payroll service delivery
* Completing specific pay period tasks as required by the Payroll Manager
What You Will Need
1. Proven Workday Payroll processing experience
2. Relevant payroll qualification - ideally CIPP qualified or equivalent experience
3. Strong knowledge of UK payroll and pension...