Job Description

Pax8

are on the lookout for a

Payroll Specialist

who thrives on adrenaline and precision! If you're a payroll pro with a passion for perfection, this is your moment to shine!





You'll be based in the

UK

(our main offices are in

Bristol and Farnborough

, but you can work from home most of the time -- just one day a week in the office is plenty).




This is a

6 month fixed-term contract

, but it's a role packed with opportunity: you'll gain international exposure, sharpen your expertise, and play a key role in keeping our payroll operations smooth, compliant, and future-ready. It's the kind of experience that makes your CV stand out -- and at Pax8, we're growing fast, so there could be more opportunities ahead.




As our

Payroll Specialist

, you'll play a pivotal role in making sure our employees are paid correctly and on time across multiple

EMEA markets, including the Benelux, Germany

, and Sweden. From calculating wages, benefits, and deductions to ensuring compliance with local tax regulations, you'll be the trusted expert we rely on.





?But this role is about more than processing payroll. You'll collaborate with our

People and Finance teams

to improve systems, generate accurate reports, and keep our processes compliant and efficient. You'll also have the chance to shape payroll policies and stay up to date with changing legislation -- becoming the go-to payroll advisor for the business.





At

Pax8

, payroll isn't just about numbers. It's about taking care of people, building trust, and helping us scale across Europe. If you're detail-oriented, curious, and eager to grow in a fast-moving international company, this is your opportunity to shine.

About Pax8

Pax8 is the technology marketplace of the future, linking partners, vendors, and small to midsized businesses (SMBs) through AI-powered insights and comprehensive product support. With a global partner ecosystem of over 35,000 managed service providers, Pax8 empowers SMBs worldwide by providing software and services that unlock their growth potential and enhance their security. Committed to innovating cloud commerce at scale, Pax8 drives customer acquisition and solution consumption across its entire ecosystem.

More about Pax8:

For all you, tech minded people: discover our Marketplace Best Companies: Awarded Number 50 in the UKs Best Companies Our Journey from the US to EMEAPax8 UK HQ - Bristol Office Opening

Get a feel for our progress, culture and how we constantly strive to be better and do better below

:


Taste our values and culture here Pax8 and our people Check our HR Leaders people ethos here Our People and Culture Team See our progress in AwardsSpotlight Awards Scott Chasin: Exciting Times - meet our new CEO Website: Pax8 EU




It's an exciting time to join us as Pax8, as we have just been certified as a

"Great Place to Work"

Here's how your day would look like:

Prepare and process employee data for payroll Verify data input into our HRIS database and other related systems Respond to employee queries on payroll related policies and procedures Liaise with benefits providers to ensure all employees are enrolled in the necessary benefits programmes.

In addition, you will have

10% of your time

dedicated for driving your

own personal development agenda.

What you bring to the table:

Reasonable experience of payroll processing of at

least 3 years

Understanding of relevant laws and legislation related to payroll, ideally in several EMEA markets Strong reporting skills using Microsoft Excel, using large amount of data Ability to work at a fast pace with accuracy and attention to detail Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously Ability to grasp complex ideas and change direction quickly in a fast-paced environment Excellent verbal and written communication skills in

English

Dutch or German

language proficiency would be highly beneficial




In order to fulfil this role you should be resident in this country with a valid right to work.

We encourage you to apply for a role at Pax8 even if you don't meet 100% of the bullet points! We believe in cultivating an environment where there are a diversity of perspectives.

We review and acknowledge every application using real humans - please look out for a response from us to your application in your inbox but check spam too!

Our Offer, Salary & Benefits

Salary in between

24 000 - 37 000

per year depending on experience 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) Private healthcare covered by Bupa Dental Plan covered by Unum Life Assurance Income Protection Royal London Workplace pension scheme - 5% employer contribution Pax8 Cycle to Work Support Scheme Available Dedicated time for training and personal development Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning Health & Wellbeing coaching support Fun and frequent company and team socials




If you struggle to get "time out" we're happy to accommodate early/late conversations and interview times or if you have any queries you can ring the Talent Partner, Iulius Brezeanu, managing this role on +31880028245.

What's in it for you?

Pax8 is a learning accelerant. If you are growth minded and curious, there's plenty of scope for talented individuals to progress quickly in this opportunity or to other internal options (internal mobility in 2024 was 37%) as we grow and expand. We have our very own internal "Elev8" Academy, Pax8 University & Linkedin Learning for personal development plus access to Learning & Development specialist trainers and extensive "born in the cloud" mentors available for your growth. We'll provide the opportunity, stretch and projects to help you thrive and see exactly what you need to achieve to get to the next level. You might even get to exchange work location one day with your colleagues in the USA, APAC or across Europe but even if you can't travel right now we guarantee you'll still have fun!

Why Pax8?

We are a fast-growing, dynamic, and high-energy organisation with a start-up feel, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on the business. Culture is important to us, and at Pax8, it's business, and it IS personal. We are passionate, creative, and unconventional. We work hard, keep it fun, and expect the best! We

Elev8

each other. We

Advoc8

for our partners. We

Innov8

continuously. We

Celebr8

life.



We embody our core values--

We before Me

, fostering teamwork and collaboration;

Compassionate Candor

, promoting open and honest communication with kindness;

Light Up Learning

, continuously growing and sharing knowledge;

Seek to Understand

, valuing diverse perspectives and thoughtful engagement;

Do What You Say

, ensuring trust and accountability;

and Driven by Passion

, bringing energy and dedication to everything we do--as we strive to innovate and empower our partners every day.





As part of our hiring process, we are required to undertake information verification checks on all candidates that are successful in their application with Pax8. As part of these checks Pax8 will request ID verification, reference requests and qualification checks (additional checks will be completed for UK candidates only, such as criminal and financial). All checks are completed by our third-party provider, Vero. Once checks have been completed all candidates will receive a copy for their records.

Equal Opportunities

Pax8 are an equal opportunities employer and welcome individuals who are in possession of the appropriate requirements to work within the country the role is based in. Offered individuals will be asked to undertake identity, security compliance and reference checks. Your privacy is important to us. Your data will be held in accordance with GDPR best practices and processed only in accordance with our recruiting processes.



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