People & Payroll Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Ensure the precise, timely, and compliant delivery of payroll services for approximately 3,000 employees.

• Collaborate effectively with our third-party provider (Zellis) as well as the Internal expenses, benefits, and pensions team.

• Address payroll discrepancies and resolve employee inquiries directly through email and video communication.

• Manage complex manual calculations related to company car schemes, health cash plans, deductions, and lifecycle changes (such as back pay, terminations, and statutory leave).

• Prepare and manage payroll data for company pensions (including auto-enrollment), flexible benefits, and employee expenses.

• Maintain system records, process statutory forms (P45s, court orders), oversee overpayments, and ensure strict compliance with audit requirements.

⛳️ Requirements

• Substantial experience in payroll administration with a strong understanding of UK legislation (PAYE, NI, and statutory entitlements).

• Advanced Numerical Skills: Proficient in executing complex manual calculations and adept at identifying data discrepancies.

• Communication & Discretion: Capable of articulating intricate tax or payroll details clearly and professionally to employees while upholding strict confidentiality.

• Previous experience with Zellis or a comparable outsourced payroll platform is highly desirable.

🏝️ Benefits

• 25 days of holiday (in addition to bank holidays), plus an extra day after three, five, and ten years of service.

• An additional paid day off each year to volunteer for a cause that resonates with you or your community.

• Big moment day - an extra day’s paid leave for significant life events, such as marriage, moving house, or welcoming a new family member (human or pet!).

• Assistance with retirement savings - we will match your company pension contributions up to 6%, and you can contribute through salary sacrifice.

• Supportive and progressive people policies - we take pride in having a variety of policies that support individuals in both their personal and professional lives, including enhanced family leave and policies promoting flexibility, inclusion, and advancement.

• A healthcare cash plan that reimburses you for various medical expenses and provides quick access to doctor appointments.

• Car lease scheme - acquire a brand new electric or hybrid vehicle through our leasing partner, with payments managed through salary sacrifice.

• Wellbeing support - including a 24/7 assistance program for you and your family.

• Financial Wellbeing – Access Stream, our app designed for managing your finances, pay, rewards, and benefits all in one convenient location.

• Access to numerous discounts - including 15% off through Reach's exclusive online marketplace, Yimbly, where you can purchase everything from homewares to beauty products.

• Interest-free loans available, including for season tickets and technology purchases.