Payroll Specialist – 6-Month FTC (Temp to Perm) 
Hayes, Middlesex (Hybrid – 3+ days office / flexible WFH)
30 hours per week, Monday–Friday
Salary: Competitive 

We’re recruiting a Payroll Specialist on a 6-month fixed-term contract, with the potential to go permanent. This is a hands-on role, managing end-to-end payroll processing for two UK companies, ensuring accurate payments, tax compliance, and employee query resolution.
You’ll work closely with HR and Finance, reporting to the HR Manager, and be the first point of expertise on payroll computations.

What you’ll be doing

• Manage full payroll cycles for two companies, including hours, commission/bonuses, LTIP awards, benefits, and deductions
• Maintain payroll systems, ensure data accuracy and compliance with legislation
• Respond to and resolve payroll queries from employees and management
• Liaise with HMRC and support internal/external audits
• Prepare P11D, P60, P45 for manager review
• Ensure strict confidentiality of employee and company payroll data

What we’re looking for

• 3–5 years’ payroll experience, including full end-to-end processing
• Strong Workday payroll experience essential
• Excellent understanding of payroll legislation, tax codes, and reporting requirements
• Proficiency in MS Office 365 (especially Excel)
• Strong attention to detail, ability to work efficiently and independently
• Confident communicator, able to explain complex payroll info clearly
• Flexible, collaborative team player, able to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines

The details

• 6-month fixed-term contract, with potential to go permanent
• 30 hours per week, Monday–Friday
• Hybrid working: minimum 3 days in the office, flexible WFH
• Based in Hayes, Middlesex, with free onsite parking

Benefits (upon permanent appointment)

• 25 days holiday (pro-rata)
• Life insurance
• Contributory pension
• Private medical insurance (Bupa)
• Team initiatives: social events, early Friday finishes, staff purchase scheme
• Training & career development

�� Interested? Apply now or message for a confidential discussion.