Payroll Specialist

• Locations

  City of London, London

• Salary

  Up to £50000 per annum

• Sector

  Finance, Procurement & Legal, Operations/Transactional Finance

• Type

  Permanent

Pentagon Talent is proud to partner with a prestigious firm known for its expertise in private wealth, real estate, corporate, and dispute resolution. This London based law firm is dedicated to fostering strong relationships with its clients while promoting a supportive and collaborative work culture.

They are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join their London Finance team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to manage payroll processes efficiently while ensuring full compliance with relevant regulations. The role offers hybrid working after the first 4 weeks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure timely and accurate payroll execution.
• Oversee the ADP payroll system and liaise with ADP for monthly payroll processing.
• Handle payroll adjustments related to various employee absences, including family leave and sickness.
• Upload bulk payroll data (e.g. salary changes, bonuses, benefits) into ADP.
• Process new starters, leavers, and contractual modifications, ensuring proper documentation.
• Manage benefits administration, including medical and dental plans, wellbeing loans, and salary exchange schemes.
• Prepare and submit annual P11D reports and oversee the transition to payrolling benefits.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, pension auto-enrolment, and liaise with pension providers.
• Assist with PAYE Settlement Agreements and process third-party payments (e.g. HMRC, pension schemes, court orders).
• Support audits by addressing payroll-related queries, address payroll-related employee enquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist with salary reviews by providing key payroll insights.
• Identify ways to enhance payroll operations through automation and process improvements. Implement best practices to drive efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
• Lead the review and evaluation of the firm’s payroll provider.

Key Skills & Experience:

• 3-5 years of payroll experience with the ability to work independently.
• Familiarity with ADP’s iHCM system (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of UK payroll regulations and legislation.
• Part or fully CIPP qualified (preferred).
• Experience with statutory payments, salary sacrifices, and pension schemes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

This is a unique chance to be part of a forward-thinking firm that prioritises collaboration, innovation, and professional growth. You’ll benefit from a flexible and supportive work environment where your contributions are valued. The firm is committed to employee well-being, continuous learning, and career development.

Please reach out to Finlay Clark on 0207 419 8939 if you would like more information on the role.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual’s skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.