Are you an experienced payroll professional with a passion for accuracy, process improvement, and employee experience? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading organisation in Edinburgh as aSenior Payroll & Reward Specialist, taking ownership of complex payroll matters and supporting the wider reward agenda.

The Role

As the Senior Payroll & Reward Specialist, you’ll act as the go-to expert for all payroll and reward-related matters. You’ll manage escalated payroll queries, ensure compliance with HMRC and company policies, and play a key role in delivering an accurate and efficient payroll service. In addition, you’ll support annual reward cycles, benefits administration, and continuous process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of escalation for complex payroll queries and discrepancies.
• Oversee the end-to-end monthly payroll process, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Liaise with third-party payroll providers and internal stakeholders to resolve issues promptly.
• Support reward initiatives including salary reviews, bonus processing, and benefits administration.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements (PAYE, NI, pensions, HMRC submissions).
• Provide data and reporting to support HR, Finance, and business leaders.
• Identify opportunities to streamline payroll processes and enhance employee experience.
• Assist with project work such as system upgrades, process automation, and policy reviews.

About You

• Proven experience in a senior payroll position, ideally within a large or complex organisation.
• Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation and statutory reporting.
• Experience managing escalated payroll queries and working to tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of reward and benefits processes is highly desirable.
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Confident using HRIS and payroll systems, with strong Excel capability.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid working model (2–3 days in the Edinburgh office).
• Opportunity to contribute to wider reward and project initiatives.
• A collaborative, supportive HR team where your expertise will make real impact.