Payroll Administrator

Our Payroll team is looking for a Payroll Administrator to join and support the efficient daily running and management of the entire payroll service at Harrods.

About the Role

As the Payroll Administrator, you will provide an essential support to our Payroll Technicians so that payroll runs on time and to its most efficient level every month. The team manage payroll for each colleague within Harrods, which means the role will be very busy and requires multitasking at every stage. You will be responsible for resolving payroll related queries raised by colleagues and managers through Workday or the payroll inbox.

You will have the opportunity to be part of regular HR and Finance team meetings, support the business with payroll related questions, and work directly with stakeholders across the business. You will take ownership of running the monthly checklist to ensure all aspects of the payroll is completed; support in creation of P45 and adding data into the HMRC system along with carrying out interface testing and amendments.

Depending on your role, you may be fully on-site or have a mix of on-site and home working – this is what we refer to as ‘Hybrid’. Our hybrid working policy allows colleagues to work from home for part of the week, with a minimum of three days on-site, depending on business needs.

Please see our Hybrid@Harrods policy on our Career Site for more information or speak to a member of our Talent Acquisition team if you have any questions regarding the requirements for this role.

About You

You will have prior experience in a similar role. You will be able to confidently work to deadlines and be proud to hold accountability for certain parts of the payroll process. 

You will also –

• Have strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Have great organisation and time keeping skills
• Have excellent attention to detail
• Have experience using Resourcelink and Workday (desirable)
• Be fluent in using Excel and other MS-Office softwares
• Be adaptable and flexible to the different elements of the role
• Enjoy working with others in a team where each step is part of the bigger picture

About Us

Harrods is one of the world’s leading luxury department stores and we’re becoming a destination for top designers, and the most sought-after brands from around the globe. Our combined mission is to make visiting our iconic Knightsbridge store one of the world’s most inspiring shopping experiences.

Our Promise to You

Help us make the impossible possible for our customers and we’ll do something remarkable for you. As well as offering a friendly environment to inspire your best work, we provide abundant opportunities and support to build an exceptional career across the varied specialisms of our business. 
In return you’ll receive an excellent benefits package, including a company pension, flexible working, 22 days’ holiday, and your birthday off, up to 33% in-store discount (including across our food hall and restaurants) and a season ticket loan.

Uniquely You

Whilst our job adverts outline the ideal qualities, skills, and prior experience for the role, we believe in the potential for growth and value individual strengths. If you can demonstrate the majority of skills and strong experience to thrive in this role, we would encourage you to apply. 

At Harrods we believe the personality and authenticity of our people sets us apart. We celebrate and invite applications from all cultures, backgrounds, tastes, and experiences and are proud of our culture where people from all walks of life can grow and thrive. What makes you unique makes us exceptional.

If you want to know more about life at Harrods, search #TogetherHarrods on LinkedIn, or follow us on Instagram @togetherharrods.