{"id":"7959278362","title":"URBN - Payroll Administrator (12 Month FTC)","posted_at":"2026-03-03T05:00:00.000Z","apply_url":"https://homeoffice-eu-urbn.icims.com/jobs/25130/urbn---payroll-administrator-%2812-month-ftc%29/job","locations":["London, United Kingdom"],"employment_type":"full_time","workplace_type":"on_site","seniority_level":null,"description_language":"en","source_name":"icims_portal","source_url":"https://homeoffice-eu-urbn.icims.com/jobs/25130/urbn---payroll-administrator-%2812-month-ftc%29/job","salary":null,"job_summary":null,"job_description":null,"description_text":"About Us\n\nURBN UK Limited is part of the URBN Group, a global retailer, with its European Head Office located in London. Its retail offering in Europe takes the form of three brands.\n\nWith stores in more than 10 European countries and a strong e-commerce presence, we’re driven by the same core values as our customers, and we approach our work with a sense of community and purpose that sets our brands apart. We love what we do.\n\nRole Summary\n\nJoin our payroll team as a Payroll Administrator, where you’ll play a key role in ensuring our 3,500+ employees across Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie, and Free People are paid accurately and on time in the UK and EU. This fast-paced role is perfect for a highly organised professional with a sharp eye for detail and precision with data entry. You’ll join a friendly, supportive environment that prides itself on collaboration and provides training to help you succeed.\n\nWhat You'll Be Doing\n\nOwnership of monthly payroll data (via Payroll system) such as, starters, leavers, and changes.\n\nMaintenance of timekeeping system (Kronos) for starters, leavers, and changes.\n\nPreparation and posting of journals and full reconciliation.\n\nAssisting with pension queries (automatic enrolment and opt-out).\n\nMaintain and develop relationships with all key stakeholders.\n\nWork closely with HR to support with benefit processes, pre and post payroll processing.\n\nEnsure all payroll related issues are handled in the most efficient and timely manner possible.\n\nAssist the wider payroll team with any other ad-hoc tasks.\n\nKeep up to date with new legislation, ensuring policies and procedures are correctly in place and documented.\n\nLiaise with HM Revenue and Customs.\n\nProactively audit the payroll information received to ensure there is appropriate authorisation.\n\nEnsure all colleagues are paid in accordance with agreed timetables.\n\nKnowledge of manual payroll calculations, PAYE/NIC and statutory payments when running payrolls e.g., redundancy, SMP/SAP, SPP and SSP.\n\nHelp where necessary with current projects to deliver corporate objectives.\n\nLook at current issues; feel confident to make suggestions on where to resolve.\n\nEnsuring operational service reviews take place monthly to ensure the delivery standards are managed against the service level agreements.\n\nComply with internal and external audit requirements.\n\nWhat You'll Need\n\nProven experience processing UK payroll. Ideally, you will be an experienced payroll administrator ready to hit the ground running.\n\nAbility to manage multiple brands and countries simultaneously, navigating a dynamic environment with distinct processes for each.\n\nA proactive \"can-do\" attitude with the ability to engage others and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced office.\n\nHigh-level attention to detail and strong data entry skills are essential.\n\nStrong communication skills and the confidence to challenge current processes to drive positive change.\n\nProficiency in the MS Office suite, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.\n\nAn enthusiastic learner who remains curious and enjoys working in a collaborative, people-focused environment.\n\nCurious with the confidence to challenge current process to drive positive change.\n\nThe Perks\n\nWork-life balance:\n\n-Flexible start and finish times\n\n-Bring your dog to work\n\nWellbeing:\n\n-Employees Assistance program to support with mental, physical and financial health\n\n-Fully equipped free gym and on-site wellness room in Brick Lane and 50% discount of external gym memberships\n\n-Private Medical Insurance\n\nEmployee Discount:\n\n-Up to 40% off at all URBN Brands!\n\nCommunity:\n\n-One paid day to either volunteer or fundraise for a charity of your choice\n\nTravel:\n\n-Cycle to work scheme\n\n- Season ticket loan\n\nContinued Development:\n\n-We offer structured support within the business alongside continued learning and development\n\n#URBN #LI-SW1\n\nEqual Opportunity Statement\n\nURBN is an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, marital status, religion, race, or disability. 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