International HR & Payroll Specialist

Posted:
4/13/2026, 10:37:52 PM

Location(s):
Greater London, England, United Kingdom ⋅ England, United Kingdom

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
People & HR

ABOUT US

We’re the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium. We are the way the world moves value – across borders, through cities and overseas. No other organisation can address the scale, precision, pace and trust that this demands, and we’re proud to support the global economy. 

We’re unique too. We were established to find a better way for the global financial community to move value – a reliable, safe and secure approach that the community can trust, completely. We’re always striving to be better and are constantly evolving in an ever-changing landscape, without undermining that trust. Five decades on, our vibrant community reflects the complexity and diversity of the financial ecosystem. We innovate diligently, test exhaustively, then implement fast. In a connected and exciting era, our mission has never been more relevant. Swift now has a presence in 200+ countries and legal territories to serve a community of more than 12,000 banks and financial institutions.   

Job Summary**

The International HR & Payroll Specialist at Swift London office, responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of international payrolls and supporting global HR operations.

Job Responsibilities

  • Manage and process multi-country payrolls, ensuring compliance with local regulations, tax laws, and company policies.
  • Administer employee benefits programs across various international locations.
  • Maintain accurate employee data in HRIS systems, including new hires, terminations, and changes to employment status.
  • Assist with global HR onboarding and offboarding processes.
  • Address employee queries related to payroll, benefits, and HR policies for international staff.
  • Provide proactive advice and guidance to managers and employees on HR policies, absences, benefits, and local legislation.
  • Collaborate with external payroll providers and tax advisors in different countries.
  • Support HR projects and initiatives, including policy development and process improvements.
  • Prepare and analyze HR and payroll reports for management.
  • Stay up-to-date with international labor laws and payroll regulations.
  • Support grievance processes where required
  • Ensure data privacy and confidentiality of all HR and payroll information.


Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 7+ years of experience in international HR and payroll administration.
  • Proven experience with multi-country payroll processing and international tax compliance.
  • Strong understanding of global HR best practices and local labor laws.
  • Proficiency in HRIS systems (e.g., Workday)
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse international teams.
  • Fluency in English required; additional language proficiency is a plus.

What we offer

We give you the freedom to be yourself. We are creating an environment of unique individuals – like you – with different perspectives on the financial industry and the world. A diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone’s voice counts and where you can reach your full potential.

We are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation related to accessibility during your application or interview, please contact [email protected] or indicate this in your application.

Please note that this mailbox is not monitored for general recruitment enquiries and should only be used for accessibility or accommodation-related requests (for example related to vision, hearing or neurodiversity).

All requests are confidential and will not affect your candidacy.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Swift, we are dedicated to building a workplace where people can bring their full selves and ideas to the team, so if you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification.