Payroll Specialist

Stratford, Greater London
  • Process weekly and monthly payroll transactions accurately and on time.
  • Respond to employee payroll queries via the helpdesk, escalating when needed.
  • Prepare and input payroll data in line with statutory and company requirements.
  • Coordinate with outsourced payroll providers and internal teams.
  • Manage timesheets, pay rates, expenses, and welfare benefits across employee types.
  • Ensure correct allocation of employee costs to contracts and functions.
  • Support payroll reconciliations, BACs transmissions, and reporting.
  • Maintain compliance with UK payroll legislation and employment contracts.
  • Assist with Tax Year End activities (P60s, P11Ds).
  • Contribute to payroll system testing and process improvements., Be part of a growing, innovative technical services group.
  • Work in a collaborative and inclusive environment.
  • Hybrid working model with flexibility.
  • Opportunity to contribute to strategic payroll operations across the UK.

    We're looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Payroll Specialist to join our Central Functions team. You'll play a key role in ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of payroll services across the Group., Minimum 2 years' experience in a payroll role (e.g., Payroll Administrator or Specialist).
  • Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation (tax, pensions, statutory payments).
  • Experience with weekly and monthly payrolls.
  • Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with payroll systems.
  • Experience in shared services or engineering environments is a plus.
  • Knowledge of Working Rule Agreements desirable.
  • Behaviours
  • High attention to detail and confidentiality.
  • Strong problem-solving and time management skills.
  • Professional communication and customer service orientation.
  • Collaborative team player with a continuous improvement mindset.

    Jointly owned by EDF Energy and Dalkia, we are a leading technical services group operating nationwide. With expertise in technical facilities management, mechanical and electrical engineering, energy performance contracting, and digital services, we deliver innovative solutions across the UK.
  • At Dalkia, we combine the strength of a large group with the agility and personability of a smaller business. With over 5,000 employees, an annual turnover of £650m, and a strong people-first culture, we're proud to foster a diverse and inclusive environment where talent thrives. Our Central Functions team supports the business with HR, Payroll, Finance, Legal, IT, QSHE, and Communications. This role sits within Payroll & Reward, partnering closely with HR, Finance, and external providers to ensure a seamless payroll experience for our employees.
Posted 2025-10-24

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