Job Description

Job description - summary

Deutsche Bank is a global banking business with strong roots in Germany and operations in over 70 countries. Their large but focused footprint gives an established position in Europe plus a significant presence in the Americas and Asia Pacific. There are four business divisions: the Corporate Bank, the Investment Bank, the Private Bank and the Asset Manager DWS. There are also a number of highly skilled functions performing key management tasks.



'Together we're sharing new perspectives and transforming what it means to be a bank.'



AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies.



We partner with Deutsche Bank to support their contingent recruitment processes. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed.



On behalf of Deutsche Bank, we are looking for a

Performance and Reward Analyst

for a

6- month c

ontract based in

Birmingham

on a hybrid working model of 3 days per week in the office and 2 from home.

Purpose of the role:

To support payroll operations for approximately 8,200 employee records by ensuring accurate and timely processing in line with SLAs and company procedures, overseeing end-to-end payroll control including annual pay rounds and share awards, and managing payroll-related queries and compliance reporting to strengthen operational efficiency and employee trust.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting accurate and timely payroll processing for UK, Ireland, and Sweden in line with payroll calendars and SLAs. Managing end-to-end control of payroll runs, including annual pay rounds and vesting share awards. Entering and validating employee data changes such as starters, leavers, bank details, and ad hoc adjustments. Handling second-level payroll queries from employees and providing accurate responses to HR teams. Preparing and submitting payroll tax reporting, including monthly and annual returns (P45 & P60). Assisting with payroll testing during year-end activities and system changes. Providing audit support for internal and external payroll reviews.

Skills & experience

Minimum 3 years' experience in UK and/or Ireland payroll processing with strong manual payroll calculation skills. Strong analytical ability with advanced Microsoft Excel skills for data validation and reporting. Experience with SAP Payroll systems (desired). Knowledge and experience in processing payroll for modified PAYE schemes (desired). Strong admin, organisational & multitasking skills with attention to detail Effective communication with internal teams and external stakeholders Knowledgeable in payroll tax, compliance reporting, and audit support Experienced in supporting year-end activities and payroll system testing

Deutsche Bank's Values

Our values define the working environment we strive to create - diverse, supportive and welcoming of different views. We embrace a culture reflecting a variety of perspectives, insights and backgrounds to drive innovation. We build talented and diverse teams to drive business results and encourage our people to develop to their full potential. Talk to us about flexible work arrangements and other initiatives we offer.



We promote good working relationships and encourage high standards of conduct and work performance. We welcome applications from talented people from all cultures, countries, races, genders, sexual orientations, disabilities, beliefs, and generations and are committed to providing a working environment free from harassment, discrimination and retaliation.


This client will only accept workers operating via a PAYE engagement model.


AMS's payroll service is in partnership with Giant, we have worked with them for many years and have good processes in place to ensure you get the best service. If you are successful in your application for this role, your contract will be via Giant. For more information on Giant, please follow this link: https://ams-giant-paye-introduction.



AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business.



Job Reference: DBK01700