Payroll Specialist

We are seeking a skilled part time International Assignee (IA) Payroll Specialist to deliver a responsive, accurate and compliant payroll service for approximately 150 international assignees across the globe. This population includes a significant number of US payroll employees, requiring adherence to IRS legislative and reporting standards.

In this role, you’ll work closely with teams across People & Culture, Finance, Treasury, and external providers to ensure payroll is processed accurately, on time and in accordance with global compliance requirements.

• Strong numeracy, accuracy and attention to detail
• Experienced in control account reconciliations
• Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to manage time‑sensitive payroll cycles under pressure
• Able to work independently with sound judgement

• US payroll experience, ideally in ADP
• Experience managing international / expatriate payrolls
• Knowledge of US federal rules on compensation and benefits

Location: This is a part time role, working 14 hours per week (roughly 40-60 hours per month) with some flexibility needed based on payroll volume, mainly focused in the first 2 weeks of the month. This role will ideally be based in the UK, employed from the Global Hub for Plan International which is based in Woking, Surrey where we are remote working.

You must have the pre-existing right to live and work

Type of role: 2 Year Fixed term contract

Closing date
:
Wednesday 28th January 2026