Meraki Talent are engaged to support the appointment of a Payroll Specialist for a leading financial services institution on a 12-month full-time contract based in Northampton. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing payroll function within a well-respected organisation and further develop yourself in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the delivery of accurate and timely payroll processing (gross to net) for salaried, hourly, and commissioned employees
* Administer employee payroll records, ensuring compliance and data accuracy
* Provide expert advice on payroll matters including PAYE, NI, bonuses, commissions, and statutory deductions
* Oversee the submission of statutory filings and reports (e.g. RTI, P60s, P11Ds), maintaining compliance with HMRC and other relevant authorities
* Manage escalations from the tier 2 payroll team, ensuring resolution and support throughout
* Support change initiatives, including business and legislative projects, by providing technical payroll expertise
* Ensure controls are embedded to mitigate risk and deliver compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements
* Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Finance, and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and resolve payroll-related issues
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll legislation, practices, and industry changes
* Contribute to process improvement initiatives and automation efforts within the payroll function
Candidate Profile
* Extensive payroll experience within a complex, multi-jurisdictional environment
* Proven expertise in statutory compliance, reporting, and tax legislation
* Strong working knowledge of UK payroll legislation, including HMRC submissions
* Demonstrated experience leading process improvement and procedural change
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
* The ability to make sound decisions balancing policy, legislation, and team deliverables
* Experience handling sensitive or escalated payroll queries with discretion and professionalism
* Ideally, experience working in financial services or a similarly regulated environment
For more information or a confidential conversation, reach out to. Nick Nikitin at
nick.nikitin@merakitalent.com
020 4571 7392 #J-18808-Ljbffr