Payroll Specialist (6 Month FTC) - LondonLocation: Hybrid working in London (3 days in the office, 2 days from home).Salary: Up to £50,000 plus bonus.Sector: Global Insurance.Contract: 6-month fixed-term contractOur client is a global insurance group with a strong international footprint and a reputation for operational excellence. They are seeking a Payroll Specialist to join the team on a 6-month fixed-term contract, supporting the delivery of payroll operations across multiple jurisdictions.This role offers the opportunity to work within a collaborative and fast-paced environment, contributing to the accurate and timely execution of payrolls across the UK, South Africa and Ireland. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining data integrity, coordinating with internal stakeholders and external providers, and ensuring payroll processes run smoothly to meet strict deadlines.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the delivery of monthly payrolls across the UK, South Africa and Ireland, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.Maintain and update payroll data, including new joiners, leavers, salary changes, family leave and benefits adjustments.Assist with payroll-related payments and broader administrative activities.Liaise with external payroll providers and internal stakeholders to resolve queries and ensure seamless payroll processes.Monitor payroll timelines and proactively address any issues to ensure deadlines are consistently met.Candidate Profile3-5 years of UK payroll e