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Payroll Senior Specialist at Hays, UK - Right-to-Work Required

CompanyHays
LocationUK
Salary£39,800.23 – £39,800.23
Typefull_time
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🇬🇧 UK-based applicants — this role does not advertise visa sponsorship. Right-to-work in the UK is preferred. Foreigners may still enquire with the employer.

Are you a seasoned Payroll Senior Specialist looking for a new challenge with Hays in the UK? This full-time role, based in the Salford area, is ideal for UK-based applicants with existing right-to-work, though foreign applicants may still inquire about eligibility. With a competitive salary of £39,800.23, this position offers hybrid working and a pivotal role within a high-performing team.

Job Description

As a Senior Payroll Specialist, you will join a leading organisation in the hospitality sector, playing a crucial role within their People Services function. Your expertise will be vital in ensuring employee satisfaction, maintaining regulatory compliance, and upholding financial accuracy across the business.

This is a full-time position offering hybrid working, allowing for a blend of office and remote work. You will be a key member of an established and high-performing team, contributing significantly to the smooth operation of payroll processes.

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Senior Payroll Specialist or similar role.
  • Strong understanding of UK payroll regulations and compliance.
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Proficiency with payroll software and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Applicants must possess existing right-to-work in the UK.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary of £39,800.23 per annum.
  • Hybrid working model offering flexibility.
  • Opportunity to work with a leading organisation in the hospitality sector.
  • Be part of an established and high-performing team.
  • Contribution to employee satisfaction and financial accuracy.

How to Prepare

For Nigerian and African immigrants targeting a Senior Payroll Specialist role in the UK, it’s crucial to present your experience in a format familiar to UK employers. Ensure your CV highlights your expertise in UK payroll regulations, even if your prior experience was international, by drawing parallels to your transferable skills. A polished LinkedIn profile, tailored to UK professional standards, can also significantly boost your visibility.

Focus on showcasing your ability to handle complex payroll scenarios, ensure compliance, and contribute to employee satisfaction. While this role primarily seeks UK-based applicants with existing right-to-work, if you are a foreign applicant, clearly articulate your current status and any steps you are taking to secure UK work authorisation in your cover letter. Emphasise any UK-recognised professional qualifications or certifications you may possess.

  • Update your CV to a UK format, detailing specific payroll software experience and compliance knowledge.
  • Tailor your LinkedIn profile to reflect UK payroll industry standards and connect with UK recruiters.
  • Prepare a compelling cover letter that addresses your right-to-work status and highlights transferable skills.
  • Brush up on the latest UK payroll legislation and HMRC guidelines.
  • Gather professional references that can attest to your payroll expertise.

Visa Sponsorship & Foreigner Eligibility

Visa sponsorship is NOT advertised for this Payroll Senior Specialist role. The employer, Hays, prefers UK-based applicants with existing right-to-work in the UK. Foreign applicants may still apply, but it is crucial to confirm your eligibility and right-to-work status directly with the employer during the application process to avoid misunderstandings.

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