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The Position
A healthier future. It’s what drives us to innovate. To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come.
As a Payroll, Time & Benefits Senior Analyst, you will play a crucial role in shaping the employee experience by executing HR system data maintenance and providing expert support in payroll, tax, social insurance, time management, and both local and global benefits administration.
You will be responsible for executing HR system data maintenance and administrative activities in support of P&C business processes in the area of payroll, tax, social insurance, time, and several local and global benefits. etc. You are also contributing to the continuous improvement of the P&C People Support Solutions delivery through analysis of the interactions and collaboration with other P&C functions within and outside of P&C People Support Solutions. You need a broad understanding across local HR processes and tools, as well as local and global downstream impacts on employee lifecycle management, finance, procurement, IT, etc. This is coupled with strong customer focus, communication skills and solution orientation.
The Opportunity
* Service Delivery: Execute HR system data maintenance for payroll, tax, social insurance, time, and benefits processes. You will handle mass upload files, monitor data flows, ensure compliance, and resolve any issues that arise.
* Customer Support: Provide excellent customer service for payroll & time inquiries, managing troubleshooting and resolution in a timely and accurate manner.
* Continuous Improvement: Actively contribute to process improvements, ensuring the efficient delivery of payroll services. You will analyse data, identify inefficiencies, and implement solutions to enhance service quality.
* Stakeholder Engagement: Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, guiding and advising teams across the business while ensuring clear communication on payroll, time, and benefits policies.
* Compliance & Regulatory Excellence: Ensure all activities align with local regulations and Roche’s internal guidelines, maintaining data privacy and compliance at all times.
* Vendor Management: Manage relationships with vendors to ensure high-quality service and accurate data processing. You will proactively address any vendor-related issues.
* Data Accuracy: You will monitor and ensure that all data flows are accurate between systems, working closely with vendors to resolve discrepancies and ensure system integration.
Your Profile
* You are an experienced payroll professional with a passion for delivering high-quality, customer-focused services in a fast-paced environment.
* You will have end-to-end ownership of payroll and time management processes, ensuring seamless execution and accuracy.
* Your problem-solving skills and keen attention to detail will be essential in managing complex inquiries and maintaining smooth operations.
* Strong coordination skills will allow you to effectively collaborate across multiple teams and stakeholders, ensuring alignment and service delivery.
* You have a solid understanding of payroll cycles, tax & social insurance.
* Familiarity with the payroll module of SAP is a plus, and experience with systems such as Workday and SNOW (Service Now) will be beneficial in executing tasks efficiently.
* Advanced Excel skills for accurate data analysis and reporting (e.g., pivot tables, V-lookup) are desirable.
* Experience with outsourced payroll is advantageous, though in-house payroll experience is also valuable.
* Your excellent communication skills will help you build strong relationships with diverse teams and stakeholders across the globe.
* You will thrive in managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while adapting to changing needs.
* Your attention to detail and analytical approach will ensure the accuracy and integrity of payroll
Roche UK has two legal entities representing all of Roche’s divisions: Pharmaceuticals and Diagnostics. This position can be located onsite at either our Welwyn Pharma office in Hertfordshire, or our Burgess Hill Diagnostics office in West Sussex.
If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional payroll services and want to make a lasting impact in a global organisation, we’d love to hear from you!
Please upload only your current compelling CV and/or Cover Letter. We look forward to receiving your application.
Who we are
At Roche, more than 100,000 people across 100 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working together, we’ve become one of the world’s leading research-focused healthcare groups. Our success is built on innovation, curiosity and diversity.
Our UK Pharmaceutical head office is situated in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, with beautiful countryside surrounding the area. Supported by major motorways & airports as well as being a 30 minute train ride to London, access is easy. Our award-winning office, known as Hexagon Place, was opened in 2005 and provides a modern, flexible working environment with facilities that are second-to-none. Around 2,000 people work at our Welwyn office in Global Early Development (pRED), Global Product Development (PD), Commercial (Rx) and our Corporate functions.
Roche offer a competitive salary plus the excellent benefits you would expect from a blue-chip organisation. There is a fully equipped gym on-site, a library and information centre, and an active sports and social club. We also have a subsidised staff restaurant providing foods to cater for every taste throughout the day. At the heart of the building is an informal meeting area known as The Street which features a coffee shop, snack machine and cashpoint. A second building on-site, called The Hub, contains modern meeting room and conference facilities. Roche promotes personal well-being and work-life balance. Therefore, flexible working options will be considered for all roles at Roche UK. Roche is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of Roche.
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of Roche Products Ltd. At Roche Products we believe diversity drives innovation and we are committed to building a diverse and flexible working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion or belief, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability or age. We recognise the importance of flexible working and will review all applicants’ requests with care. At Roche difference is valued and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work.