Payroll and Benefits Officer Financial ServicesCity Hybrid 4 days office based£45,000 - £55,000 Meraki Talent is working with a financial services firm to recruit a Payroll and Benefits Officer to take ownership of the UK payroll function, while providing broader payroll and benefits support across the EMEA region at times. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong UK payroll expertise who enjoys working across multiple jurisdictions, partnering with internal stakeholders and external providers, and ensuring accurate, compliant and efficient payroll and benefits processes. Key Responsibilities Take ownership of the end-to-end UK payroll process, ensuring accurate and timely monthly payroll delivery. Manage relationships with external payroll providers, ensuring service standards, accuracy and compliance. Oversee payroll reconciliations, reporting, statutory deductions, pensions and HMRC submissions. Act as the key point of contact for payroll-related queries, providing guidance to employees, HR and Finance stakeholders. Support payroll and benefits administration across the wider EMEA region, liaising with local providers and regional teams. Ensure payroll processes comply with relevant UK legislation and support adherence to local regulatory requirements across EMEA. Manage employee benefits administration, including pensions, healthcare, life assurance and other benefits programmes. Support annual salary reviews, bonus payments, benefits renewals and ..... full job details .....