Location
London Office, UK

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
UNIQLO, a leading brand of the Fast Retailing Group and one of the largest apparel retailers globally, is seeking a Senior European Payroll Specialist to join our European HR Payroll team based in London. Reporting to the European Payroll Manager, you will collaborate closely with local HR and Payroll teams as well as the wider European HR Department. This role focuses on maintaining accuracy, quality, and compliance across Payroll, Mobility, and Immigration functions. You will support multiple EU markets by leading end-to-end payroll processes, managing payroll for expats, coordinating with tax advisors, and ensuring compliance with payroll, taxation, and social security regulations. You will also manage month-end and quarterly payroll reports for Finance, lead governance and audit activities, and provide strategic input into EU-level policies, systems, and tools. This role requires strong communication skills to act as a valuable business partner to internal stakeholders across Europe.

What we offer
26 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata), 30% staff discount, Employee Assistance Programme, Private Pension Scheme, Performance-based bonus scheme, Complimentary tea and coffee, Hybrid working model (2 days remote, 3 days office-based), Social events throughout the year, Seasonal sample sales, Volunteer Day twice a year, Prime location near Piccadilly and Oxford Street stations with easy access to shops and restaurants. UNIQLO is proud to be a Living Wage Foundation-accredited employer, committed to paying all UK employees a real Living Wage.

Experience
- 3-5 years payroll management experience in retail or high-volume environments (1000+ employees)
- Expertise in payroll operations across more than one European country
- Strong knowledge of payroll, taxation principles, and expat rules
- Experience working with expats, global mobility, and tax advisors

About you
- Fluent English communication skills
- Excellent stakeholder management and customer service mindset
- High level of discretion, confidentiality, and accuracy
- Proactive, self-driven with a "can do" attitude
- Strong organisational and planning skills with ability to meet deadlines
- Strong numerical skills and proficiency in Excel
- Experience with HRIS/payroll systems such as Workday and Work Force System
- Ability to work effectively with diverse and global teams, demonstrating cultural flexibility
- Strong work ethics and integrity

Qualifications
No specific qualifications required beyond relevant experience and skills; a positive attitude and willingness to learn are essential.