Senior Payroll Specialist

Company: Schneider Electric
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Location: Coventry
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you will lead payroll operations to ensure accurate, compliant payroll processing and high service levels for employees. You will partner with cross-functional teams to drive system maintenance and digital payroll initiatives, while maintaining meticulous records and regulatory compliance. You’ll guide payroll specialists and support continuous improvement in a dynamic environment within Schneider Electric’s IMPACT culture. This is an opportunity to shape payroll excellence and contribute to sustainability and automation goals.

Responsibilities

  • Guarantee payroll reliability and quality within scope, ensuring compliance with local laws and collective agreements
  • Provide guidance and advisory support to payroll specialists to maintain accuracy and timeliness
  • Manage payroll logistics and administrative duties, including system maintenance and training coordination
  • Support digital transformation initiatives and system evolution in collaboration with Schneider Digital
  • Monitor payroll legislation compliance and maintain detailed records and documentation

Key requirements

  • Demonstrated expertise in payroll operations (gross-to-net calculations, deductions, benefits)
  • Strong knowledge of payroll compliance requirements and regulatory frameworks
  • Advanced problem-solving abilities with exceptional attention to detail
  • Proven track record of accurate payroll records and reconciliations
  • Excellence in guiding and supporting team members
  • attention to detail
  • guidance and mentoring
  • cross-functional collaboration
  • payroll operations
  • gross-to-net calculations
  • deductions and benefits administration

Posted: September 14th, 2026