UNIQLO is a leading brand of the Fast Retailing Group, one of the largest apparel retailers in the world. UNIQLO respects the individuality and lifestyle of all customers and takes pride in creating high quality, long-lasting, innovative clothing at an affordable price.
We are currently recruiting for a Senior HR Payroll Specialist to join our European HR Payroll team, based in our London Office. This new role will report to the European HR Payroll Manager and will work collaboratively with local HR and Payroll teams as well as the wider European HR Department.
This role is focused on maintaining accuracy, quality, and compliance across Payroll, Mobility and Immigration and as such we’re looking for people with strong experience in a previous operational HR/Payroll role. You will work collaboratively with local HR, payroll specialists, and Finance and as you’ll support mobility and immigration functions for expats in EU markets, we’re looking for a strong communicator to become a valuable business partner to many internal stakeholders
What you will be responsible for
Support EU markets to lead end-to-end payroll process, which is a key part of the payroll chain.
Closely cooperate with EU markets Payroll Partners and HR Managers.
Execute controls of payroll files throughout the payroll cycle.
Manage the payroll for expats, coordinating with tax advisor and EU markets for mobility partners.
Validate and approve payroll data as part of the payroll chain.
Manage salary payment, taxes, social security, and other payroll related payments for EU markets.
Manage month-end and quarterly payroll reports for Finance.
Identify, investigate, and resolve payroll issues.
Lead payroll, mobility and immigration governance, internal/external audits, and continuous improvement.
Provide strategic input into EU level policies, systems, and tools.
Manage immigration process for expats coming/leaving EU markets
Skills, Experience and Attributes:
Payroll management experience in retail or high-volume environments (1000 plus employees) with 3-5 years of experience.
Strong knowledge of payroll, taxation principles, and expat rules.
Experience working with expats, global mobility, and tax advisors.
Fluent in English communication skills.
Excellent stakeholder management and customer service mindset.
High level of discretion, confidentiality, and accuracy.
Proactive and self-driven with a “can do” attitude.
Strong organisational and planning skills, with ability to meet deadlines.
Strong numerical skills, Excel proficiency, and HRIS/payroll system knowledge (Workday, Work Force System.).
Ability to work with diverse and global team, having high level of cultural flexibility.
Strong work ethics and integrity
What we offer
26 days holiday + 8 bank holidays, pro rata
30% staff Discount
Employee Assistance Programme
Private Pension Scheme
Performance-based bonus scheme
Complimentary tea and coffee
Hybrid working model: 2 days remote, 3 days office-based
Social events throughout the year
Seasonal sample sales
Volunteer Day – twice a year
Prime location near Piccadilly and Oxford Street stations with easy access to shops, restaurants...
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