Diesel Senior Payroll and Benefits Specialist

About Diesel

Diesel, a prominent name in the denim and casual fashion industry, has consistently been at the forefront of innovation, setting trends and redefining the luxury market. As part of the OTB Group, Diesel operates globally, with a presence in over 80 countries and more than 400 company-owned stores. The brand is renowned for its premium casual wear and its commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences.

Role & Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end payroll processing for UK OTRB Brands, Ireland Diesel, and Nordic Diesel regions
• Calculate payments for starters, leavers, and mid-month payroll changes across retail and head office populations
• Serve as primary payroll contact for employee queries via email and face-to-face consultations
• Administer monthly payroll deductions and process additional payroll runs where necessary
• Reconcile payroll data and prepare accurate statutory reporting and compliance documentation
• Perform monthly payroll reviews with Finance department and investigate discrepancies
• Execute year-end payroll closure processes and coordinate with external auditors
• Administer bonus calculations and communications for head office and retail employees
• Manage pension administration, voluntary benefits (healthcare, dental, childcare vouchers, cycle to work, season ticket loans), and company car schemes
• Process maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave benefit calculations
• Ensure timely distribution of HMRC documentation, electronic payslips, P60s, and P11Ds
• Reconcile HMRC and general ledger accounts and report national statistics and turnover figures
• Support HR team with employee inductions, contractual information, and benefits guidance
• Maintain payroll systems, department filing and archiving, and departmental KPI tracking
• Support HR Manager on seasonal projects including budgeting and forecasting initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of hands-on payroll administration and in-house payroll processing experience
• Advanced proficiency in payroll systems, preferably ADP Freedom
• Advanced Excel and payroll software skills
• Knowledge of UK payroll legislation and HMRC compliance requirements
• Experience with multi-region payroll management preferred
• SAP Success Factors and PeopleSoft experience beneficial
• Retail operations experience advantageous

Skills

Experience

Minimum 2–3 years of direct payroll administration experience running in-house payroll operations. Experience implementing new payroll systems is advantageous. Familiarity with multi-region payroll management and retail sector operations highly valued.

Education

No specific educational qualifications mandated; payroll certification or relevant business administration qualifications advantageous.

Workplace

Culture

Diesel fosters a dynamic and inclusive workplace culture that values creativity, innovation, and collaboration. The brand encourages personal and professional growth, empowering employees to contribute to its legacy of excellence in the fashion industry.

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