Strategic UK Payroll & Benefits Lead | Flexible, Global

• Opportunity to shape payroll and benefits strategy in a newly established SSC
• High-impact, senior role with visibility across international operations

About Our Client

Our client is a rapidly expanding global FinTech organization operating at the intersection of technology and financial services. With a strong international presence and a focus on innovation, the company is currently building a new SSC structure in Gdańsk, creating opportunities to shape processes and drive operational excellence. The target working model is 3 days per week from the office.

Job Description

• Lead end-to-end UK payroll processes across complex, multi-entity environments
• Oversee benefits strategy, vendor management, and employee engagement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation, tax regulations, and audit requirements
• Manage pension governance, including contributions, reporting, and regulatory compliance
• Support global mobility cases (payroll, employment tax, cross-border benefits)
• Contribute to payroll-related M&A due diligence and post-acquisition integration
• Drive system improvements (Workday and integrations), automation, and data accuracy
• Deliver reporting and insights to HR, Finance, and leadership stakeholders
• Act as escalation point for complex payroll and benefits queries

The Successful Applicant

• CIPP Diploma or equivalent senior payroll qualification
• Extensive experience in senior payroll roles with ownership of UK payroll
• Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, HMRC processes, and statutory payments
• Familiarity with Polish payroll regulations and multi-country environments
• Experience in global mobility, employment tax, and cross-border payroll
• Solid understanding of pensions governance and benefits administration
• Hands-on experience with Workday and payroll integrations
• Exposure to M&A processes, due diligence, and integration
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and annual bonus linked to company and individual performance
• Flexible working model with international exposure
• Opportunity to work with senior leadership and influence key decisions
• Life insurance
• Employee Benefits Platform
• Private medical care package
• Collaborative and dynamic working environment

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