Payroll Data Migration Specialist

We’re looking for an experienced Payroll Data Migration Specialist to support the implementation of our new HCM system. This 12 month contract role is critical to ensuring a seamless migration of payroll data, protecting pay accuracy, compliance, and colleague trust during this exciting transformation. What You’ll Be Doing: You’ll take ownership of the payroll data migration workstream – leading the extraction, transformation, validation and upload of all payroll-related data into HCM. Working closely with HR, Finance, and the HR Data Migration Specialist, you’ll ensure payroll and HR datasets are aligned, clean, and fully tested to support a smooth go-live. This includes overseeing data accuracy across: Employee pay history Salary, allowances, and deductions Benefits and pensions Tax codes, NI details, and statutory reporting Year-to-date balances and compliance data You’ll also play a key role in testing phases, supporting parallel pay runs, and ensuring all reconciliation is complete and accurate. What You’ll Bring: We’re looking for someone who is: Highly experienced in payroll data migration Confident working with payroll data structures, UK legislation, and reporting requirements. Skilled in data cleansing, transformation, and reconciliation (advanced Excel a must). Detail-oriented and accurate, with the ability to work to fixed payroll deadlines. Collaborative, able to partner with both technical teams and operational payroll/HR stakeholders. Knowledgeable in GDPR and data security best practice when handling sensitive payroll information. What We Offer: Leave Benefits: 33 days leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays). Birthday Bonus: Enjoy an extra day off to celebrate your birthday. Reward & Recognition Program: Your hard work won’t go unnoticed. Perk Scheme: Get discounts at all your favorite stores. Free or Discounted Parking: We’ve got a great spot for your car. Cycle to Work Scheme: Get up to £1,000 towards a new bike. Company Pension: Plan for your future with a generous pension contribution. Death in Service Benefit: Providing peace of mind for you and your loved ones. Employee Assistance Program: Your well-being matters to us, and we offer support when you need it. Work-Life Balance: We believe in a healthy balance, providing a supportive environment for you to thrive. Continuous Development: Access to ongoing training, coaching, and career development opportunities.