Payroll Assistant

At Telefónica Tech (part of the Telefónica Group) we believe in building a better world through secure digital enablement, focusing on empowering organisations through every stage of their digital journey, and solving their most complex business challenges with our comprehensive suite of technology solutions across Data & AI, Cyber Security, Cloud, Business Applications, and Modern Workplace.
Telefónica Tech, Business Applications is proud to be a member of the Microsoft Inner Circle placing the organisation in the top 1% of partners across the globe.
As a Microsoft partner, we have many years of experience implementing and supporting several Microsoft solutions, working across Customer Service, ERP, CRM, and productivity tools to transform businesses.
Our people, with deep-rooted expertise and specialist knowledge, are the driving force behind our end-to-end solutions, which are also backed by our enduring global legacy and advanced capabilities.
This combination puts us in a unique position to meet the evolving needs of our customers and guide them confidently through their digital transformation, as a trusted partner.
With expertise across four practices, Financial Services, Retail and Manufacturing, Public Sector, and Professional Services, Telefónica Tech, Business Applications is at the forefront of driving impactful change.
Position Highlights: * Role: Payroll Assistant * Locations: Offices including Glasgow, Aberdeen, Manchester, and London.
The role can be based in any of the above locations.
* Work Arrangement: Hybrid office working, ensuring flexibility.
* Annual Leave: Enjoy 34 days of annual leave, with options to buy and sell more.
* Learning & Development: Invest in your growth with guaranteed learning and development opportunities.
* Health & Wellbeing: Benefit from private medical coverage, permanent health insurance, and more.
* Financial Security: Secure your future with life insurance and critical illness cover.
* Financial Benefits: 6.5% contributory pension.
Your Role To support our continuous growth, we are looking for a highly motivated Payroll Assistant to enhance our finance team and support the business as integration in to Telefonica Tech UK&I ramps up.
Your responsibilities will include: * Assisting in the preparation and processing of the monthly payroll for all employees.
* Processing updates to the payroll including joiners, leavers, salary changes etc.
* Work closely with the People Team to ensure payroll records are accurate and up to date.
* Handling payroll related queries from employees.
* Ensuring contractor invoices are accurately reconciled to timesheets.
* Reviewing and verifying employee expense claims, ensuring these are processed accurately and in accordance with company policy.
Desired Skills and Experience: We're seeking a passionate team player with the following qualifications: * Experience of working in a payroll function or similar role.
* Ability to manage personal workload, as well as an excellent attention to detail.
* Strong communication skills and an ability to clearly articulate a message to a range of stakeholders in the business.
* Ability to meet tight deadlines and handle changing workload priorities * Experience working with payroll software (Sage Payroll preferred).
Ready to Make an Impact?
Join us in shaping the future of digital transformation at Telefónica Tech UK&I.
Be part of a team that values your expertise, supports your growth, and fosters a positive work environment.
Apply now to embark on a rewarding journey!
We encourage applications from a wide range of individuals, irrespective of: age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or beliefs and sexual orientation.
We look forward to hearing from you!
We don't believe hiring is a tick box exercise, so if you feel that you don't match the job description 100%, but would still be a great fit for role, please get in touch