Payroll Lead - UK and Ireland

Company:

Boeing United Kingdom Limited

The UK & Ireland Payroll Lead is the subject matter expert responsible for the end-to-end delivery of accurate and timely payroll for all UK employees. This role ensures compliance with statutory requirements, internal controls, and company policies, while providing expert guidance on all payroll-related matters. The Payroll Lead acts as owner of the payroll process and drives outcomes, solves problems, and improves delivery through effective management of payroll providers, internal stakeholders, and support teams while focusing on process improvement and elevation of employees’ experience.

Core Roles and Responsibilities

Ownership and Delivery

Leads execution of payrolls for UK & Ireland as assigned to ensure accurate and timely payroll processesMaintains clear ownership of all payroll processes, controls, and governance frameworksPuts systems and tools in place to effectively manage accurate payroll processing and issue management in ServiceNowDevelops and utilizes metrics to drive operational excellence, continuous improvement and standardization across payroll operations and systemsEnsures robust payroll process documentation and training for internal and external teamsFacilitates the resolution of issues. Engages with CloudPay and TCS representatives to align on features, integrations and issue resolutions (pre and post payroll)Analyzes and helps interpret complex policies and payroll per in country regulatory requirements

Leadership and Stakeholder Management

Leads with a focus on employee education and customer serviceLeads, coaches, and develops payroll team members & delivery partners to ensure strong performance, accuracy, and compliance.Teams with other Boeing organizations (e.g. Human Resources, Compensation and Benefits, Business Support Managers in region) to address and support cross-organizational payroll processManages relationships with external payroll vendors, auditors, and HMRC, ensuring service levels and compliance are maintained.Partners with Finance on payroll accounting, reconciliations, and reporting.

Compliance and Controls

Ensures payroll operations are fully compliant with UK & Ireland tax legislation, statutory reporting, and data protection requirements.Ensures and maintains compliance, by improving internal controls, guidelines to regulatory requirementsProactively identifies risks, issues, and improvement opportunities, and implement corrective actions where required.Facilitates decisions and makes recommendations regarding emerging regulatory issues with key partners including HR, Tax, and legal.

Continuous Improvement

Leads initiatives to optimize payroll processes through automation, system enhancements, and improved data integrity.Monitors payroll performance metrics and drive service excellence.Stays current with changes in UK payroll legislation and assess impacts on payroll operations.

Competencies

Should have strong understanding and knowledge of UK and Ireland payroll requirements including tax regulations, HMRC requirementsPrior experience with payroll platforms and vendor relationships including CloudPay, WorkDay and ServiceNowUnderstanding of pre payroll requirements, exception scenarios and ability to analyze and troubleshoot post payroll discrepanciesExceptional attention to detail, analytical ability, and problem-solving skillsAbility to understand the big picture and the inter-relationships of all positions and activities in the different HR, Payroll, Timekeeping & Attendance systems, and process including the impact of changes in one area on another areaStrong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence across HR, Finance, and external providersDemonstrated experience leading others — directly or through vendors & shared service teams — to deliver high-quality outcomesAbility to see and understand the inter-relationships between components of systems and plans, anticipate future events, and apply the principles of systems thinking to accelerate performance

Behavioral Attributes

Ensure Positive Employee ExperienceStakeholder EngagementBuild Positive Relationships Business and Strategic AcumenDigital LiteracyGlobal PerspectiveTeam Management

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

Competitive salary and annual incentive plansContinuous learning - you’ll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes nextSuccess as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your wayAn inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirsExcellent Adoption and Parental leave options23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New YearPension Plan with up to 10% employer contributionCompany paid BUPA Medical PlanShort Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeksLong Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week6x annual salary life insuranceLearning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career developmentAccess to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives

Work Authorisation: This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll

Relocation: This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires the ability to obtain a BPSS clearance.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)