A leading financial services firm based in Central London is seeking an ambitious Payroll Administrator to join their close-knit HR and Finance function. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to take ownership, drive process improvements, and contribute to real change within a forward-thinking organisation. This role goes beyond the BAU - you'll play a key part in refining payroll operations, collaborating closely with HR and internal stakeholders, and ensuring the smooth delivery of a complex monthly payroll. Key Responsibilities: Manage the end-to-end payroll process for UK employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legislation. Review and improve payroll procedures, supporting ongoing system enhancements and automation initiatives. Act as the main point of contact for all payroll queries, liaising with HR and Finance to ensure alignment Support audits, reporting, and reconciliations to maintain accuracy and transparency. Provide insights and recommendations to enhance payroll efficiency and employee experience. About You: Proven experience within a UK payroll function, ideally within the financial or professional services sector. A strong understanding of UK payroll legislation, pensions, and statutory requirements. Confident in managing multiple priorities and adapting to change. Excellent communication skills with a collaborative approach to working across teams. A proactive mindset, with a passion for improving systems and processes. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a payroll function that's ready for improvement and innovation - perfect for someone with strong technical knowledge who's ready to step up and make an impact. 50598LW INDPAY