Payroll Analyst

Job ID 10141407 Location London, United Kingdom Business The Walt Disney Company (Corporate) Date posted Feb. 03, 2026

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Job Summary:

About the Role & Team
Be you, be here, be part of the story!

At The Walt Disney Company, magic is more than just a word; it's a way of life. For a century, we've been inspiring imaginations, celebrating diversity, and bringing families together through our beloved stories, characters, and experiences. From our iconic theme parks and resorts to our groundbreaking films, television shows, interactive media and products, we're dedicated to creating magic that knows no bounds.

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Analyst to make a meaningful impact and be part of a dynamic team. Join us in shaping the magic behind the scenes!

Please note: This is an office-based role. 4 days working in the Hammersmith, London office with 1 day working from home (Monday or Friday).

You’ll join a team grounded in our Disney values — acting with Integrity, welcoming everyone through Inclusion, embracing boundless Creativity, working together through Collaboration and caring deeply for our Community. These values shape how we work and how we support one another every day.

As a Payroll Analyst, the successful candidate will play a key role in performing payroll processing activities in support of assigned EMEA countries. They will ensure that employees receive accurate remuneration on established pay dates, thereby ensuring the company meets its obligations. In addition, the postholder will ensure that the company meets all statutory, payroll-related obligations, including the processing of legislative deductions/payments. Support special project efforts as required.

What You Will Do

Ensure all fixed and variable payroll-related data (from multiple upstream data sources) is incorporated into payroll vendor processes and systems via interface and/or standard input template (i.e., new hires, leavers, time, bonuses, etc.)
Ensure payroll inputs (including employee data elements) are provided to the payroll vendor accurately, consistently, and ahead of established cutoff dates in the required format
Collaborate with representatives from third-party payroll provider and Disney internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate inputs to the payroll process, escalating issues to Payroll leadership when necessary
Gather payroll information (i.e., data, process flows, policies, etc.) from in-scope legal entities to facilitate payroll knowledge transfer to the EMEA Payroll Hub
Ensure all required historical data is maintained in accordance with local laws
Process all tax-related input and ensure that all statutory and tax forms are processed accurately and timely
Review and approve completeness and accuracy of vendor payroll calculation outputs
Manage and align local calendars and deadlines with stakeholders and payroll vendor
Approve monthly, quarterly, annual and other periodicity reports to the management of the company, local authorities and other recipients; provide client ad hoc reporting support, as necessary
Review, upload and approve banking files for salary and third-party statutory payments
Review, approve and upload monthly payroll general ledger journal entry to SAP
Resolve all assigned payroll-related queries from employees and legal entity stakeholders in a professional and timely manner, escalating as necessary
Resolve legal entity concerns about the payroll process provided by the payroll provider
Perform and validate manual calculations for partial pay period or retroactive payments, where applicable
Calculate manual / out-of-cycle payments where required, ensuring that the payment is correctly accounted for in the next regular pay period
Analyze and validate the variance report in conjunction with other pay period controls.
Actively participate in team events (i.e., meetings, training, etc.) and consistently demonstrate positive, can-do behavior
Ensure payroll procedures are kept up to date; identify continuous improvements opportunities
Support payroll audit activity and general projects, as required

Required Qualifications & Skills

Experience requirements

Experience with vendor supported payroll processes
Proven experience reviewing and developing payroll procedures and policies
Good working knowledge of employee taxes and benefit programs
Prior experience working as part of a multi-national company is a plus
Experience processing payroll for multiple EMEA countries, including Germany and Italy, is a strong preference

Skill requirements

A team player with the ability to take initiative
Excellent interpersonal skills – treats people with respect; is approachable, open and direct; develops effective working relationships with staff at all levels
Demonstrates resilience and determination
High attention to detail with good analytical and mathematical skills
Organized and consistently accurate, especially when operating under time-sensitive requirements
High degree of computer literacy with advanced Excel skills (Pivots and VLookups)
Flexible approach to work, responsibilities and deadlines
Strong customer service focus
Unquestionably diplomatic and discreet, with the ability to regularly handle confidential information
Able to function and build relationships successfully in an environment remote from key stakeholders and clients
Excellent time management skills with an ability to effectively prioritize work

Competency requirements

Build and maintain relationships
Communicate effectively
Drive results
Champion change and continuous improvements
Exhibit professional excellence and unwavering integrity

The Perks

25 days annual leave
Private medical insurance & dental care
Free Park Entry: You will have the opportunity to enter any of our parks with your family and friends for free
Disney Discounts: you are entitled to discounts on designated Disney products, resort F&B and ticketing
Excellent parental and guardian leave
Employee Resource Groups – WOMEN @ Disney, Disney DIVERSITY, Disney PRIDE, ENABLED, and our Mental Health & Wellbeing Group, TRUST.

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

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About The Walt Disney Company (Corporate):

At Disney Corporate you can see how the businesses behind the Company’s powerful brands come together to create the most innovative, far-reaching and admired entertainment company in the world. As a member of a corporate team, you’ll work with world-class leaders driving the strategies that keep The Walt Disney Company at the leading edge of entertainment. See and be seen by other innovative thinkers as you enable the greatest storytellers in the world to create memories for millions of families around the globe.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with The Walt Disney Company Limited, which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (Corporate).

The Walt Disney Company Limited is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

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