Job description
The Pepperstone story started in 2010. We know what it’s like to trade the world’s markets. Our team describes us as a place for the curious and the driven, and we like to do things a little differently; as a transformative global fintech, we’re digital, nimble, connected, and united in our vision to create a better way to trade.
We thrive on progress – for our clients and for ourselves. Our organisational culture is ever-evolving, vibrant, diverse, global, and results-focused.
You’ll find our 550+ team currently across 11 locations and 9 time zones.
The Role
Join us as a Payroll Officer at Pepperstone, where you’ll play a vital role in accurately and promptly preparing and processing monthly payrolls within our EMEA region. Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to lend support to the Payroll Manager for the APAC region when needed. This dynamic position not only involves precise payroll processing but also ensures that we meet all compliance and tax responsibilities associated with payroll. Collaborating closely with our Finance team and various payroll vendors will be key to your success. Furthermore, you’ll assist the P&C team with various general administration tasks, making this role both impactful and rewarding.
As our Payroll Officer, your key responsibilities will include:
- Prepare and process monthly payrolls for three EMEA countries including Cyprus, UK, Germany, Kenya, Dubai, Chile, and Hungary.
- Assist Payroll Manager with fortnightly Australian payroll.
- Process employee lifecycle changes (new hires, terminations, salary adjustments).
- Resolve payroll queries and manage complex payroll issues.
- Conduct leave calculations and payroll reporting as needed.
- Perform periodical payroll tasks (month/year-end).
- Manage relationships with payroll vendors.
- Provide excellent customer service focusing on timeliness and accuracy.
- Build strong global relationships with team members.
- Ensure compliance with local regulations.
- Stay updated with relevant legislation and assist with interpretation.
- Contribute to the development and optimization of payroll processes.
- Handle ad hoc tasks as assigned by management.
- Support P&C team with general administration tasks.
- Assist Payroll Manager with ongoing payroll projects.
About you
- Demonstrated experience working in a similar role 2+ years
- Experience processing Cyprus & other EMEA region payrolls
- Exposure to processing other EMEA region payrolls (desirable)
- Experience working in medium to large businesses (min. 250 employees) and in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple demands
- Strong customer focus and passion for providing excellent customer service
- Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to maintain quality even in busy times
- Excellent Microsoft Excel skills
- Strong proficiency in English communication skills both written and verbal
- Sound interpersonal skills
- Ability to be available across time zones ad hoc
- Strong relationship-building skills, and the ability to establish rapport quickly
- Ability to be proactive, effectively solve problems and use good judgement
- Ability to live the Pepperstone values
- Committed to ongoing learning and development
Why you will enjoy working with us
- Competitive salary structure including company bonus scheme
- Flexible and hybrid working
- Remote working option - work from anywhere for up to 6 weeks per year
- 10 days of Company paid sick leave annually
- 21 days of paid vacation within the first year of employment, increasing to 25 days after one year
- 3 paid volunteering days per year & Workplace Giving Program
- Comprehensive medical insurance with coverage for your healthcare needs
- Pension fund
- Employee referral bonuses for referring top talent to the company
- Ongoing personal development & learning opportunities
- Periodic recognition and reward programs for outstanding performance and achievements
- Frequent events and celebrations
- Genuinely collaborative and friendly culture
- Employee Assistance Program & Wellbeing Initiatives
- Convenient and cozy office located near the Limassol Municipal Garden
More about Pepperstone
We’re a regulated online Forex and CFD trading platform. With the scale of a global fintech and the agility of a start-up, we arm our clients with everything they need to take on the global markets with confidence. You will be part of a wider passionate and friendly team, and whilst things may not always go to plan, we learn quickly and move forward with impact. To learn even more visit Pepperstonecareers.com and www.linkedin.com/company/pepperstone/
We understand it’s important to do due diligence on a prospective employer, and see what our team is saying on Glassdoor. We respect our team members’ experiences and will never pay to remove a negative review.
Pepperstone is an equal-opportunity employer. We are passionate about building a diverse workplace and strongly encourage applications from any background.
“We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we respond to every applicant”.
We will be reviewing applications as they come through, so if this is an opportunity that excites you, don’t wait. Express your interest by clicking the apply button below as soon as possible.
Note to external agencies: While we appreciate the efforts of external recruitment agencies, we prefer to engage directly with applicants for this opportunity.
#Li-Hybrid
