Payroll Specialist (UK Payroll)

13/11/2026

People, Culture & Communications

POL-Kraków

Payroll Specialist (UK Payroll)

We are a food company owned by Danish farmers supplying high-quality food to customers and consumers all over the world. From butchers to business developers, we’re more than 23,000 colleagues.

Danish Crown Global Business Services (GBS) in Krakow is a key part of Danish Crown’s transformation journey. We strive to be a trusted partner to the business by providing scale and standardized, efficient and effective services, thereby achieving the strategic goals of the business.

GBS and its three Centers of Excellence act as the Group Digital Transformation engine for Finance, Procurement, and Master data. Our Operational teams provide global services for Finance, Procurement, Master data, HR, and IT with the ambition to further move up the value chain and expand its service portfolio.

Passion is our protein, and by supporting each other every step of the way - from high potential programs and sustainability certifications to embracing diversity - we’re moving towards the same goal.

Better food. Brighter future

Payroll Specialist (UK Payroll)

Area of Responsibility:

As a Payroll Specialist, you will be part of Danish Crown People & Culture, supporting payroll operations for employees in the UK.

Your primary responsibility will be to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining compliance with payroll legislation, collective agreements, internal policies, and service standards. You will work closely with employees, managers, external vendors, and HR teams to ensure a smooth and efficient payroll delivery.

You will play a key role in payroll administration across the employee lifecycle, ensuring high data quality, process consistency, and excellent service to internal stakeholders.

More specifically, you will:

Payroll:

• Actively participate in the transition of the payroll process to GBS

• Oversee and manage end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring that all employees are accurately paid and that payroll-related transactions are handled efficiently
• Adhere to payroll-related processes, HMRC requirements, and company policies; stay up-to-date with evolving payroll PAYE regulations
• Maintain and enhance data accuracy and integrity within payroll systems and process; verify and reconcile all payroll-related information regularly
• Generate and distribute payroll reports and other payroll-related documentation to relevant parties as required
• Address and resolve payroll issues, discrepancies, and inquiries in a timely and professional manner
• Continuously evaluate and enhance payroll processes, systems, and procedures to optimize efficiency and accuracy
• Act as the point of contact for any escalated payroll queries
• Manage annual P11d (if any) P60s process & End of Year adjustments if required
• Supports strategic Payroll initiatives and projects
• Introduce governance around payroll processing, developing and adhering to policies and procedures, SLAs etc.

Systems, processes, data and reporting:

• Ensure data contained within the HRIS is up to date through regular data cleansing and auditing for consistency, accuracy and security

• Liaise & work with People and Culture team colleagues to ensure processes are followed for payroll data from SuccessFactors to Payroll
• Coordinate relevant reporting requirments, notable Gender Pay Gap reporting and GDPR checks

Who are you?

You are a detail-oriented payroll professional who enjoys working with processes, systems, and stakeholders in an international environment.

You combine a strong analytical mindset with a high level of accuracy and ownership. You are comfortable handling confidential information and thrive in a role where compliance, service quality, and continuous improvement are equally important.

You communicate effectively with both employees and business stakeholders and are able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.

Educational background:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• Professional payroll qualifications or certifications will be considered an advantage.

You have:

• 2–4 years of experience in Payroll (preferably UK), HR Shared Services, or a similar role.
• Experience supporting end-to-end payroll processes.
• Experience with SAP and SAP SuccessFactors

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Understanding of payroll legislation, payroll controls, tax laws, and payroll compliance requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage deadlines.
• Experience working with HR and payroll systems.

• Professional proficiency in English.

Nice to have:

• Experience with transition of processes to GBS
• Experience with UK payroll processes and payroll legislation.
• Knowledge of UK collective agreements and employment regulations.

• Experience working in an SSC, GBS, or international environment.
• Experience with payroll reconciliation and audit activities.

What do we offer?

• Private medical care together with dental care

• Edenred lunch card

• Flexible working hours (50% home, 50% office)

• Hybrid working model

• Life insurance

• MyBenefit and multisport program

• 2 additional holiday days benefits

• Events, integrations for employees