Payroll Advisor

Payroll Advisor

Do you keep up to date with luxury fashion? 
Do you know your Chloe from your Balmain? 
Do you love all things payroll?
If YES, we may have the role for you… 
 
Luxury department store, Harvey Nichols, is searching for a Payroll Advisor to join its Payroll department in our Head Office in Knightsbridge. Our culture is based on inclusivity; we embrace diversity. Whoever you are, Harvey Nichols has a place for you.  

How we reward your hard work… 

At Harvey Nichols, we champion career development and are passionate about our people. We will do all we can to support your journey and career path with us. Alongside this you will have access to a world of amazing benefits such as. 

• Up to 40% off fashion  
• Up to 40% off hospitality, foodmarket and hampers 
• 30% off beauty and perfumery, wine and spirits 
• Clothing allowance 

You will also have access to charity days, a season ticket/bike loan; learning and development opportunities; to our Employee Assistance Program - Retail Trust and recognition schemes and the opportunity to join one of our employee groups – Wellbeing, Diversity & Inclusion and Sustainability. These are just some of the reasons people join and stay! 

About the role… 

As Payroll Advisor you will deliver a reliable, accurate and efficient payroll service to Harvey Nichols. Providing strong payroll and administrative support with a focus on accuracy and levels of service. Taking ownership of the payroll for allocated sites. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, working to a high standard. As Payroll Advisor you will:

• Ensure that all monthly payroll deadlines are met.
• Build good relationships with the HR teams across the business.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy across all processes within payroll.
• Calculate and process payroll payments, adjustments and deductions.
• Process statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP, SAP.
• Ensure that all external requests for information are compiled within given deadlines.
• Calculate any overpayments which arise and ensure that HR are informed of these immediately.
• Oversee and take responsibility for the issuing of P45’s and payslips for leavers
• Ensure filing is maintained to meet audit standards.
• Assist the wider HR team with payroll related responsibilities, as required.
• Support and assist the payroll team in reviewing processes and procedures to ensure that they are efficient.
• Keep up to date with relevant payroll and HMRC regs.                               

Is this you?  

We are looking for individuals who embrace diversity, love a challenge, are passionate about luxury retail and are looking for something uniquely different.  

• Previous office/administration experience required.
• Previous numerical experience.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Payroll or HR experience would be an advantage.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability and awareness of maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Approachable and friendly.
• Good at building working relationships.
• Workload prioritisation is essential.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
• Strong time-management and multi-tasking skills.
• Enthusiasm for problem solving.

Where do I sign? 
 
If you are already thinking of what you will wear on your first day (no we don’t have uniforms) and this role catches your eye, hit the “apply” button below to kick-start your journey with us.