SR. Payroll & HR Technology Specialist

Gallagher•Norwalk, CT

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Gallagher Benefit Services, you’re a trusted partner to organizations navigating some of their most important people decisions. We help clients build better workplaces, where people feel supported, empowered, and inspired to thrive. Whether it’s shaping benefit strategies, designing wellbeing programs, or advising on workforce challenges, the work you do here creates meaningful change for businesses and the people who power them. We’re a community of bold explorers, trusted experts, and compassionate partners; working side by side to solve problems, and shape the future of work. Here, curiosity is encouraged, collaboration is second nature, and your ideas have room to grow. If you’re looking for a place where your contribution matters and where you can help build a better world of work; think of Gallagher. Welcome to the HR and Organizational Effectiveness practice of Gallagher – a team of experienced HR consultants that provides customized and comprehensive solutions to every HR challenge, regardless of industry. As a trusted advisor for organizations large and small, the HR&OE team at Gallagher delivers strategic guidance and hands-on HR support to help organizations focus on their strategic goals. Whether it's filling human resources skills gaps or taking on entire HR functions, we design and deliver tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of private, for-profit, and nonprofit companies alike. With a growing team of more than 52,000 professionals worldwide, Gallagher empowers businesses, communities, and individuals to thrive. At Gallagher, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping Gallagher's future and unlocking unparalleled opportunities for both clients and yourself – while experiencing The Gallagher Way, a culture fueled by shared values and a collective passion for excellence. As part of our continued growth, we are seeking a Senior Payroll & HR Technology Specialist to join our team. This role is responsible for supporting ongoing Global payroll operations within a structured risk and controls framework, ensuring accurate, compliant, and efficient payroll delivery across multiple countries. Key responsibilities include executing end-to-end global payroll processing, coordinating with in-country providers and vendors, managing employee payroll data and lifecycle changes, administering benefits and statutory contributions, and ensuring compliance with local tax and labor regulations. The role also supports payroll reporting, audit readiness, and governance activities while serving as a key liaison across HR, Finance, and external partners to drive consistency, issue resolution, and continuous improvement across the global payroll function.

Requirements

WorkDay experience is required, with a strong preference for candidates who have also supported with other major payroll/HRIS platforms.
End to end payroll processing.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a payroll specialist or payroll administrator type role.
Proficiency in Excel, including creating formulas, Pivot Tables, and the use of VLOOKUP.
Attention to detail, comfort with numbers, problem-solving ability, and the ability to operate in a highly confidential setting.
Experience with payroll taxes and quarterly/annual reconciliations with the ability to troubleshoot issues resulting in root cause identification.

Responsibilities

Identify and recommend process improvements such as training, customization, automation, and enhancements to maximize the value and efficiency of our client’s payroll/HRIS platform
Build and maintain client relationships in a customer-centric environment
Successfully manage several projects and/or clients simultaneously in a highly organized manner
Create and document standard payroll processing procedures.
Work in a virtual team environment or autonomously completing tasks accurately and efficiently
Provide payroll compliance assistance and guidance, as well as communicate best practices
Prioritizes meeting client deliverables and deadlines

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
Life and accident insurance
401(K) and Roth options
Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)
Educational expense reimbursement
Paid parental leave
Digital mental health services (Talkspace)
Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)
Training programs
Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing
Charitable matching gift program