We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Payroll and Benefits Specialist to manage and ensure the efficient and accurate processing of payroll and benefits for employees in the UK and Ireland. This role will also play a role in collaborating on the payroll processes in other EMEA countries. The successful candidate will be well versed in payroll legislation, benefits administration, and global mobility considerations. This role will also involve liaising with various cross-functional stakeholders to ensure compliance with local laws and international regulations for mobile employees.

Payroll Processing:

• Manage and process monthly payrolls for employees in the UK and Ireland.
• Proactively manage and review payroll changes and compensation elements. Perform robust reconciliation activities for each payroll cycle.
• Oversee accurate reporting and payment of taxes, social security, and other statutory contributions (including the UK Apprenticeship Levy).
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external payroll providers to ensure smooth and timely payroll operations, including timely and accurate payroll disbursements and deductions.
• Actively identify new ways to improve and streamline payroll processes across EMEA, with a continuous improvement mindset. Work with external service providers to ensure greater efficiency in processing and reporting.
• This role will also have collaboration, review and back up processing responsibilities for the other EMEA payroll processes.

Compliance & Reporting:

• Ensure compliant payroll processes that align with local employment laws, tax regulations, internal policies, and applicable internal control frameworks.
• Prepare and submit statutory reports, including HMRC (UK) and Revenue (Ireland) filings.
• Stay current with legislative changes affecting payroll, benefits, and taxation in the UK and Ireland.
• Perform regular audits of payroll and benefits data to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Benefits Administration:

• Administer employee benefit programs, including pensions, health insurance, ESPP and other company benefits for UK and Irish employees.
• Ensure benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations are processed accurately and on time.
• Administer and manage employee Leaves of Absences.
• Collaborate with external benefit providers to resolve issues.

Global Mobility:

• Manage the payroll implications of globally mobile employees including:
• Long-term incentives such as stock appreciation rights, RSUs,
• Ensure compliance with local and international tax obligations, and
• Collaborate with global mobility teams, tax advisors, and legal teams to address tax, social security, and reporting considerations.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Partner with HR, Finance, and Legal teams to ensure accurate compensation and benefits processing.
• Provide support for annual audits, both internal and external.
• Serve as the key point of contact for payroll and benefits inquiries, resolving issues and providing excellent employee experience at every step of the employee journey.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in payroll and benefits administration, with a focus on the UK and Ireland. Knowledge of other EMEA countries is strongly preferred.
• In depth knowledge of UK and Irish payroll legislation and benefits compliance, including experience with GDPR.
• Experience with payroll software and HRIS systems; Workday and Activ Payroll preferred.
• Strong understanding of global mobility and long-term incentive programs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Payroll certification or equivalent qualifications.
• Experience working in multinational companies with globally mobile employees.

RGA’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

RGA Aims to evolve RGA workplaces and the communities in which RGA has a presence, into more diverse, equitable and inclusive environments. We will create a culture where individuals are valued, feel a sense of belonging, and are respected for their differences – a workplace where all employees are encouraged and supported to reach their full potential.

Our individual, social, economic, and cultural identities shape and influence our experiences and perspectives. Therefore, to do our best work RGA will ensure diversity in our workforce across the various dimensions of social, interpersonal, and cultural identity -- and by practicing inclusivity in how we work with one another. Inclusion in our workplace is a step towards our purpose of making financial protection accessible to all.

Flexible Working

We support hybrid and flexible ways of working and would welcome a discussion on how we can balance what is important to you with business requirements during the recruitment process.

What can RGA offer you?

• Competitive salary
• Financial support with reference to Qualifications and Learning and Development Courses.
• 26 Days Annual Leave, Plus Bank Holidays.
• Pension Package.
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Assurance.
• Group Income Protection.

Company Overview

Reinsurance Group of America is one of the largest global life and health reinsurance companies in the world. With operations in 26 countries, we are the only global reinsurance company to focus primarily on life and health related reinsurance solutions.

Our core products and services include life reinsurance, living benefits reinsurance, group reinsurance, health reinsurance, financial solutions, facultative underwriting, and product development.

RGA has approximately $3.4 trillion of life reinsurance in force, assets of $84.9 billion, and a singular purpose: to make financial protection accessible to all.

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