Job Description

ISS
IT Payroll Systems Specialist
Contract: IT
Location: Surrey, KT130SL
Hours of work: 37.5
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract
This role is INTERNAL ONLY and at present we are not accepting external applications. If you are external and apply, your application will not be considered at this time.
We are seeking an experienced IT Payroll Systems Specialist to join our team on a fixed-term basis. This role is ideal for someone passionate about technology and payroll processes, with a strong ability to collaborate across multiple departments to deliver innovative solutions.

As the IT Payroll Systems Specialist, you will play a key role in supporting IT and Payroll teams during major contract mobilisations and organisational transformation initiatives. You will act as a technology partner, ensuring smooth implementation of payroll solutions and compliance with governance standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as an IT functional partner to Payroll and other stakeholders, focusing on technology solutions and best practices.
- Collaborate with outsourced payroll providers and internal system administrators from a technology perspective.
- Work closely with IT colleagues and cross-functional teams to ensure successful deployment of end-to-end solutions.
- Assist with mobilisation and ongoing support for major contracts, including large-scale staff transitions.
- Contribute to change and transformation programs, including enhancements to automated workflows and preparation for new HR systems.
- Ensure robust IT controls and support internal and external audits.
Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications
- Proven experience working with payroll technology solutions and processes.
- Background in IT partnering roles within large, complex organisations.
- Knowledge of IT General Controls, governance, and data management principles.
- Familiarity with GDPR and data governance standards.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
The Company
ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.
Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it's hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.
We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #ISSGreatPeople #ISSTalent #PeopleMakePlace
ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.
ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste) religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background
Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.
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