Junior Payroll Analyst

At NielsenIQ it is important for us to be connected in many ways.  As part of the Global Payroll Centre of Excellence The Junior Payroll Analyst will support the accurate and timely processing of payroll for multiple countries within the EMEA region. This role involves validating employee data ensuring compliance with local regulations and assisting with payroll reconciliations and reporting. The position requires attention to detail strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced multi-country environment. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities 

• Assist in end-to-end payroll processing for EMEA countries in compliance with local statutory requirements.
• Validate and maintain employee data in HR and payroll systems (e.g. SAP Workday).
• Perform pre-payroll checks reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with PAYE National Insurance and HMRC Real-Time Information (RTI) submissions.
• Calculate and administer statutory payments (SSP SMP SPP SAP).
• Manage pension auto-enrolment and liaise with providers.
• Thorough understanding of statutory payments: SSP SMP SPP SAP and HMRC submissions
• Respond to employee payroll queries promptly and professionally.
• Assist in payroll audits and provide documentation as required.
• Collaborate with HR Finance and external vendors for smooth payroll operations.
• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy of payroll data at all times.

Qualifications :

• Minimum of 2-5 years of payroll operational experience in UK and Ireland is mandatory. 
• Must have working experience in SAP and Workday payroll systems.
• Experience across other Western European countries will be an added advantage
• Attention to detail professional awareness and sense of urgency for employee questions; be able to spot errors or exceptions quickly.
• Strong experience with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communicator and collaborator.

Additional Information :

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

About NIQ

NIQ is the worlds leading consumer intelligence company delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to 2023 NIQ combined with GfK bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insightsdelivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platformsNIQ delivers the Full View. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100 markets covering more than 90% of the worlds population.

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At NIQ we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence.  All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation or gender identity) national origin age disability genetic information marital status veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion please visit the  Work :

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Employment Type :

Full-time