A globally renowned media organisation is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented HR & Payroll Specialist for a 6-month fixed-term contract. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work within a dynamic and fast-paced global business environment, supporting payroll, benefits, and core HR operations. Key Responsibilities Manage benefit plans and programmes across the organisation Lead and coordinate key annual HR processes such as P11Ds and benefits enrolment windows Resolve complex HR and payroll issues by sourcing and analysing relevant data Manage and work confidently with large and complex data sets Provide accurate and timely payroll information including starters, leavers, maternity, promotions, and transfers Liaise and negotiate with benefit providers, ensuring competitive and effective service delivery Respond to employee queries around benefits, pensions, and general HR matters Operate independently while collaborating effectively across a small HR team of three Work closely with the Director of HR to keep them informed throughout payroll processing cycles Skills & Experience Prior experience managing benefit plans and payroll operations Strong project management skills with the ability to lead cyclical HR processes Excellent problem-solving skills and data literacy High attention to detail and consistency in output Proven ability to work autonomously in a flexible team structure Experience in large corporate or matrixed environments preferred ADP experience highly desirable; Workday experience a plus Comfortable in a fast-changing, global work environment Career Moves. Location : South East England, United Kingdom