Summary
Mitek is looking for a motivated Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations across Europe, partnering closely with our US teams. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with foundational payroll experience who is keen to grow and further develop their expertise in a collaborative environment.
In this role, you will assist in the accurate and timely processing of payroll across multiple countries including the US, UK, France, Netherlands, Spain and Mexico. You will support payroll activities for 1–2 countries, working closely with Payroll Managers, People Operations, and external payroll vendors.
We are looking for someone with solid payroll knowledge who is eager to learn, detail-oriented, and enjoys working with stakeholders. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to process improvements and help enhance the overall payroll experience for employees.
What You Will Do (Core Responsibilities):
Support the preparation and processing of payroll data in partnership with external payroll vendors
Review payroll inputs and outputs to ensure accuracy and completeness
Assist in validating employee data, including changes, deductions, and statutory requirements
Help resolve payroll-related queries from employees and stakeholders in a timely and professional manner
Support payroll audits and compliance activities, maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information
Work closely with external payroll providers to ensure smooth payroll operations
Monitor vendor performance and flag any discrepancies or issues
Collaborate with People Operations and Finance teams to ensure accurate data flow
Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and data accuracy
Support documentation of payroll procedures and updates
Assist in implementing improvements to enhance efficiency and employee experience
Payroll Support & Coordination
Vendor Management & Collaboration
Process Improvement & Administration
Who You Are (Soft Skills & Attributes):
- Strong customer service mindset with the ability to manage stakeholder queries effectively
Good organisational skills and ability to manage priorities
Proactive and eager to learn, with a continuous improvement mindset
Clear and confident communicator, able to explain payroll matters in a simple way
Team player with a collaborative approach
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
What You’ll Need (Required Knowledge, Technical Skills & Abilities):
2–4 years of payroll experience (in-house or working with external payroll vendors)
Good understanding of payroll processes and principles
Experience with multi-country payroll environments
Experience working with payroll vendors or third-party providers is highly desirable
Advanced Excel and strong MS Office skills (including formulas, data validation, lookups, and data handling) — these are essential for success in the role and will be assessed during the interview process
Fluency in English (written and verbal)
Based in England and able to work remotely within the UK with occasional office visits (London)
What Would be Nice (Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities):
Proven experience in UK payroll, with additional exposure to European payrolls (preferably Spain, Netherlands, or France) considered a strong advantage.
Experience with HRIS or payroll systems (e.g. Workday, ADP, Dayforce)
Interest in developing deeper knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance
Additional European language skills (Dutch, French or Spanish)
What We Provide (Benefits):
Full remote contract
Home Office Allowance (up to £500)
Holiday: 25 days + 8 Bank Holidays
Wellness: Private Healthcare
Life Insurance
Learning & Development: We promote continuous learning and support role-aligned development opportunities, with access to a complimentary LinkedIn Learning licence.
Pension: Mitek contributes with 6% of your base salary and you contribute with 3%.
