Payroll Operations Specialist

Job description

Payroll Operations Specialist
Ensure the accurate and timely processing, validation, and administration of payroll data for the UK & Ireland business, supporting an employee population of over 17,000. This role provides flexible support across data entry, validation, and administrative functions, acting as a subject matter expert on payroll systems and processes, and serving as a key contact for payroll queries and projects.

What You'll Do
Payroll Data Entry & Validation

• Collate, input, and validate all payroll data into the outsourced payroll system (e.g., Dayforce) via uploads and quick entry screens.
  

• Perform manual payroll calculations, ensuring compliance with business policies and statutory legislation.
  

• Reconcile payroll reports daily, up to final calculation, and validate integration files via system reports.
  

• Maintain accurate records for data audit purposes and ensure all relevant controls (including SOX) are performed.
  

Process Management & Collaboration

• Ensure all data input and validation is completed within payroll deadlines and business cut-offs.
  

• Work collaboratively with other Specialists to proactively manage data errors, highlight issues to relevant data owners, and ensure timely corrections.
  

• Provide flexible cover for holidays and absences within the payroll teams.
  

• Collect payroll data from all sources and compile reports to meet statutory requirements.
  

Customer Service & Query Resolution

• Act as the first point of contact for internal and external payroll-related queries, triaging and allocating cases via the case management system.
  

• Support business projects requiring payroll input or information, and provide subject matter expertise as needed.
  

System & Process Improvement

• Act as a system champion (e.g., Dayforce), attending training, supporting functional testing for enhancements or upgrades, and identifying training needs within the team.
  

• Support year-end activities (e.g., P11d's) and other payroll-related projects as required.
  

What You'll Need

• Experience working within complex payroll departments managing multiple payrolls with varying terms and conditions.
  

• Proven track record of high-volume payroll data input and validation.
  

• Experience completing manual payroll calculations and working to strict deadlines and cut-offs.
  

• Exposure to HR Shared Services environments and working under pressure with the ability to prioritise workloads.
  

• Excellent understanding of payroll and people processes.
  

Why CBRE
CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.

Our Values in Hiring
At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Casual / Part Time Jobs

Published at

18-12-2025

Profession type

Logistics jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English