Senior Associate - Payroll

We have an exciting opportunity to join the payroll team as a Senior Associate -Payroll. The team is responsible for processing payroll for approximately 7,000 UK colleagues, in addition to the payrolls for the Crown Dependencies, Gibraltar, DIFC in the UAE, and international assignees, as well as supporting the payroll reconciliations for Ireland.

This is a varied and interesting role, requiring the ability to work on your own initiative while also contributing effectively as part of the team. This is a hybrid role, with the expectation of working three days per week in the Ipswich office, together with occasional additional office days around key payroll processing dates.

The primary function of the payroll team is to process, administer and deliver all aspects of remuneration accurately and timely in accordance with WTW policies meeting the strict government legislative regulations and compliance requirements.

The responsibilities will include but not limit to:

Assist with the collection and validation of payroll data from HR and other departments

Assist in timely, accurate data input and audit checks to ensure control of financial data integrity.

Checking monthly pay run output documentation

Compliance with UK statutory legislation relating to payments and deductions to colleagues in accordance with HMRC and company policies.

Adopting practices and processes to ensure on-going compliance with internal/external audit requirements

Triage and action as appropriate of the WTW UK Payroll mailbox and case management system “Service Central”

Respond to basic payroll related employee enquires and escalate complex payroll issues to senior team members.

Deliver a professional and customer focused payroll service.

Raising Manual payments via Payroll banking portal as required

Providing support and assistance to Payroll colleagues including senior members of the team as and when required

Adhere to statutory, business and third-party provider deadlines

Understand and comply with the GDPR requirements when dealing with sensitive data on a day-to-day basis, applying tact, diplomacy, absolute discretion, and confidentiality always.

Complete mandatory training and maintain awareness of payroll developments

Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development through training activities and by maintaining or working towards a recognized payroll qualification

Essential:

Previous experience of working within a busy administrative environment

Understanding of UK Payroll statutory legislation or a willingness to learn and an interest in developing a career within payroll

Exceptional attention to detail

High level of computer literacy MS Office - Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Ability to communicate clearly and succinctly with all organisational levels confidently and effectively.

Good organisational/coordinating skills with the ability to effectively prioritise workload against competing demands and recognise the importance and relevance of tasks to meet deadlines

Ability to work effectively under pressure, managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines

Ability to handle confidential information appropriately

Ability to work independently on routine task, whilst contributing effectively as part of a team

Desirable:

Exposure to payroll, HR or Finance administration

Working knowledge and experience of adhering to and providing guidance on company policies and procedures

Experience of using Payroll and HR software, such as Oracle HCM or ADP software systems

Working towards or considering a supported CIPP or similar Payroll qualification or certification

We’re committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants. If you foresee any barriers, from the application process through to joining WTW, please email candidatehelpdesk@wtwco.com