Senior Payroll Specialist

Metlen Energy & Metals is a global industrial and energy company covering two business Sectors: Energy and Metallurgy. The Company is strategically positioned at the forefront of the energy transition as an integrated utility, while already established as a reference point for competitive green metallurgy at the European and global level. It has a consolidated turnover and EBITDA of €5,492 million and €1,014 million, respectively, and employs more than 6,583 direct and indirect employees in Greece and abroad. At METLEN Energy & Metals, we are catalysts for a sustainable future, positioned at the forefront of the energy transition while being a reference point for competitive green metallurgy at both the European and global levels. We are a global industrial and energy company operating across two highly interconnected and complementary sectors: Energy and Metals. With a consolidated turnover of €5,683 million and an EBITDA of €1,080 million, along with a workforce of over 7,627 dedicated individuals, we drive success through cutting-edge technology and diverse talent. We are committed to embracing new state-of-the-art technologies and advancements, propelling us towards a cleaner, brighter tomorrow. Our positive footprint extends across five continents, creating a lasting impact. At METLEN, we foster a culture of resilience, challenge, respect, excellence, and change, empowering our diverse workforce to achieve remarkable outcomes. We are currently looking for a Senior Payroll Specialist – UK (P4) to join our People Services team. In this role, you will oversee end-to-end payroll activities, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing of employee pay, tax filings, and benefits. You will also manage payroll records, support audits, and collaborate with HR, Finance, and other stakeholders to continuously improve payroll processes. Your role will encompass:  

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing, including regular payroll cycles, off-cycle adjustments, and terminations, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and full compliance with relevant regulations
• Maintain and update employee payroll records, including salary changes, deductions, tax information, and benefits, in alignment with policy and legal requirements
• Support year-end payroll activities such as tax form issuance, reconciliations, and statutory filings
• Perform detailed payroll reconciliations and prepare reports to support internal audits, financial reviews, and regulatory inspections
• Ensure payroll operations remain compliant with applicable labor laws, tax codes, and internal company policies, both locally and internationally
• Respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees and managers through a ticketing system, ensuring timely, clear, and professional resolutions
• Collaborate closely with HR and Finance teams to align on payroll inputs, reporting requirements, and to drive continuous process improvements
• Prepare and submit payroll tax filings and statutory contributions in accordance with country-specific regulations and deadlines
• Contribute to payroll system upgrades, configuration, user testing, and optimization to enhance process accuracy and efficiency

What you bring to the role:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• 2+ years of progressive experience in payroll processing, with a focus on compliance and operational excellence
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems, labor laws, and tax regulations (local and international)
• Proficiency with payroll software and data management tools; experience with large-scale payroll platforms is a plus
• Proven ability to support audits, perform reconciliations, and deliver accurate reporting
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to address payroll issues clearly and professionally

Share the same Value Based Behaviors:  

• People & Personal growth
• Results orientation & Safety excellence
• Collaboration & Trust
• Empathy & Effective communication
• Flexibility & Adaptability

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