Global People & Workplace Specialist

The Voleon Group

. Manage end-to-end payroll operations in Workday and Deel, including international payroll processing, timesheets, time-off administration, expense approvals, pension remittances, reporting, and reconciliations .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomJuniorMid-Level💰 £55,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing payroll operations, benefits administration, and compliance with UK payroll regulations. Proficient in utilizing Workday for payroll processing and enhancing employee experience programs.

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Payroll ProcessingBenefits AdministrationWorkday HRISUK Payroll ComplianceVendor Management

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Hard Skills

Payroll OperationsBenefits AdministrationInternational Payroll ProcessingExpense ApprovalsPension RemittancesReportingReconciliationsEmployee Lifecycle ChangesTax Withholdings ValidationAudit Payroll Data

Soft Skills

Employee Service SkillsCommunication SkillsCross-Functional CollaborationTime ManagementProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

WorkdayDeelHRIS

Industry Keywords

Payroll ComplianceEmployee BenefitsPeople OperationsWorkplace OperationsStatutory Benefits

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage end-to-end payroll operations in Workday and Deel, including international payroll processing, timesheets, time-off administration, expense approvals, pension remittances, reporting, and reconciliations
Develop and improve payroll, benefits, HR, and workplace processes, procedures, controls, and documentation
Ensure compliance with payroll and benefits regulations
Administer employee benefit programs
Partner on annual benefits initiatives, renewals, vendor evaluations, and employee engagement projects
Audit payroll, benefits, HR data, invoices, and related programs; resolve discrepancies
Process employee lifecycle changes, including new hires, transfers, promotions, and terminations
Validate tax withholdings, benefit elections, direct deposits, and other payroll or HR updates
Review, reconcile, and approve payroll, benefits, and workplace invoices and expenses
Source, evaluate, onboard, and manage vendors
Oversee day-to-day workplace operations and office facilities
Develop and manage workplace and employee experience programs
Plan and execute employee events and workplace initiatives
Lead facilities projects and coordinate maintenance, repairs, and office improvements
Monitor office utilization and manage workplace inventory
Support employees with payroll, benefits, and workplace-related questions
Build cross-functional relationships with People Operations, Finance, and other partners

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years of experience in payroll, benefits, People Operations, or a related HR operations function
Hands-on responsibility for payroll processing and benefits administration
Experience supporting payroll and/or benefits in the UK
Working knowledge of UK payroll and benefits compliance requirements, including payroll taxes, statutory benefits, pension requirements, and employment regulations
Ability to handle sensitive employee and payroll information accurately and confidentially
Employee service and communication skills
Experience managing external vendors and coordinating across internal teams
Ability to manage multiple priorities and recurring deadlines
Hands-on experience with Workday or a comparable HRIS/payroll platform is preferred
Experience supporting workplace operations, employee experience programs, facilities, events, or office vendors is a plus
Experience with global benefits programs, international payroll vendors, or EOR arrangements is a plus
Experience supporting a growing or scaling organization is preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
Legally authorized to work in the United Kingdom

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus offered
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Pension
Cycle to Work Scheme
Office lunches and snacks
Swag
Onboarding support
Team gatherings and company events