PageGroup have partnered with one of our key clients to identify a French Payroll Specialist (EMEA) to join the organisation in their UK offices. This is an opportunity to process multiple entities, utilising the French language for approx. 400+ employees.
Client Details
Our Client - SCJ
- Fifth-generation family company with over 130 years of history, known for iconic brands like RaidĀ®, GladeĀ®, OFF!Ā®, Mr MuscleĀ®, and DuckĀ®. We are Committed to making a positive impact on the world through our products and our people
- Global FMCG brand - 3,500 employees across the EMEA Region
- UK base is Frimley, Surrey (UK)
- Voted '100 Best Companies for Working Parents' in 2024 for the 36th time
- SC Johnson has - for the 10th time - been named to the list of World's Top 25 Best Workplacesā¢
Description
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure accurate and timely payment of employees, primarily in France and other countries including Switzerland (HQ) and Belgium (collective headcount circa 400+ employees)
- Assist with expatriate payroll and tax reporting for EMEA countries.
- Manage MyHR tickets and maintain the GPT mailbox for communication with external payroll providers, HR teams, and employee queries.
- Collaborate with colleagues on payroll processes, cycles, and projects.
- Regularly review and update country toolboxes.
- Serve as the first point of contact with EMEA payroll vendors.
- Work closely with Senior Payroll Specialists and local finance teams.
- Partner with Regional Payroll Manager and Associate Manager to implement compensation program changes and analyse tax changes.
Profile
What is required? French Payroll Specialist (EMEA)
- Fluency in the French and English Language (Essential)
- End-to-end payroll processing exposure (French entity - wider EMEA processing will be advantageous)
- CIPP Qualification (highly desirable)
- Ability to manage and prioritise workload
- (Essential) Adhering to 4 days per week in the office within Frimley, Surrey (UK)
- Bachelors Degree (desirable)
Job Offer
What is on Offer? French Payroll Specialist (EMEA)
- Career development and progression opportunities
- Permanent, full-time role
- 4 days per week office-based working (Frimley, Surrey) with 1 day working from home
- Half Day finish, every Friday, 1:30pm log off!
- 37.5 hours per week (adjustable start and finish times)
- Free Parking on site GU16 7AJ (easy access via public transport - free shuttle service from local train stations)
- Collaborative work environment with flexible working culture.
- Health & Wellbeing: Medical Insurance, Lunch Card (Subsidised Dining), Sport Card, Employee Assistance Program, Glasses Reimbursement.
- Learning & Working Environment: Training and courses co-financing, Smart Working, Drinks & Fruit Basket.
- Financial Benefits: Life Insurance, Additional Pension Contribution, Global Profit-Sharing Bonus, Long Service Awards, Christmas & Easter Voucher, Emergency Payment, Vacation Payment.
- Profit Sharing Opportunity