Payroll & Reward Analyst

LHH RECRUITMENT SOLUTIONSYorkreedpublished 10/08/2026
Must-have:SAPHybrid

About the company

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Your tasks

We're seeking a Payroll & Reward Analyst to join a busy HR Operations team, acting as the go-to expert for payroll, reward and benefits queries across the UK & Ireland. You'll work closely with stakeholders, external providers and specialist teams to deliver an accurate, compliant and seamless employee experience.

  • Act as the subject matter expert for Payroll & Reward, supporting complex queries and escalations.
  • Ensure payroll, reward and benefits processes are delivered accurately and compliantly.
  • Manage relationships with payroll providers and key stakeholders.
  • Partner with Tax, Legal, Pensions and Benefits teams to support end-to-end processes.
  • Monitor legislative changes and support implementation of updates.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives and process enhancements.
  • Support HR projects and wider business change programmes.
  • Share knowledge and best practice across the team.

Requirements

Are you an experienced payroll professional looking for an opportunity to make an immediate impact?

You'll have

  • Payroll experience within a medium-to-large organisation.
  • Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and compliance requirements.
  • Experience handling complex payroll issues and stakeholder queries.
  • Excellent communication, customer service and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
  • A proactive approach to process improvement and change.

Desirable

  • Experience across both Payroll and Reward.
  • SAP Payroll knowledge.
  • Project or change management experience.
  • CIPP qualification (or working towards).

What we offer

What's on Offer?

  • Potential annual bonus
  • Generous pension scheme
  • 25 days holiday plus 12 flexible days
  • 2 paid volunteering days
  • Hybrid working
  • Ongoing learning and development opportunities

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team where you'll play a key role in delivering payroll excellence while helping to shape and improve processes for the future.

Other

Payroll & Reward Analyst Location: York (Hybrid - Minimum 2 Days Per Week in the Office) Salary: Up to £40,000 (potentially some flex) + Discretionary Bonus & Benefits Contract: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract