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HR Data Analyst SAP Payroll Implementation

Aramark aramark.com Open · verified Oct 19, 2026
Leeds Mid-level People Operations & HRIS

At a glance

Mid-level People Operations & HRIS role at Aramark. Leeds · £45,000 base.

SalaryStated by Aramark
£45,000
Base salary for this role, in GBP per year, as published in the posting.
RolePeople Operations & HRIS
SeniorityMid-level
LocationLeeds
Base pay£45,000
Role brief

hrroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Clean and check employee and payroll records as they move from legacy systems into SAP Payroll
  • Map, transform and reconcile migrated data, investigating discrepancies and correcting quality problems
  • Run payroll data checks during integration, user acceptance and parallel-payroll testing
  • Build dashboards and data-quality reports, then share analysis and risk recommendations for project decisions
  • Coordinate with payroll, HR, finance, IT and implementation partners to resolve data issues and meet milestones

What you bring

  • Substantial hands-on experience with payroll data, systems and processes
  • You have supported a payroll system rollout, migration or wider transformation
  • You can investigate difficult data problems and carry out validation, reconciliation and payroll testing
  • Advanced Excel capability, including Pivot Tables and Power Query, plus working SQL knowledge

Who this fits

This mid-level, twelve-month fixed-term role suits an analyst with practical payroll expertise who can support a SAP Payroll implementation. It is hybrid, based from the Horsforth office, with an intended start around the end of October.

From the employer

Company Description

At Aramark we empower our people to create experiences that matter.

We share a passion for hospitality, it’s at the foundation of everything we do. Hospitality excellence is brought to life by our people every day. We embrace our responsibility to our people, our communities, and our planet. While the services we provide, and the industries we serve, are extensive, we never waver from our people-first approach.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced HR Data Analyst SAP Payroll Implementation to play a key role in the successful implementation of SAP Payroll across the business. Working closely with Payroll, HR, Finance, IT and external partners, you will ensure the accuracy, integrity and seamless migration of employee and payroll data, helping to deliver a compliant and efficient payroll solution.

This is an exciting opportunity for a data-driven professional with strong payroll expertise to contribute to a high-profile transformation programme. You will use your analytical skills to identify data issues, support testing activities, provide meaningful insights and help ensure a successful payroll go-live.

This is a 12 month FTC position working hybrid from our Horsforth office. Our ideal start would be the end of October.

Key Benefits:

  • Competitive salary of £45,000 depending on experience
  • Generous annual leave that increase in line with service, with the opportunity to buy extra
  • Life assurance and pension scheme
  • Benefits app: access to 100s of discounts, free mortgage advice, cycle to work scheme, health cash plans, online GP appointments, and our Employee Assistance Programme
  • FOOD! Opportunities to attend in-house events and try the culinary genius of our teams (we are a food business after all!)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyse, cleanse and validate payroll and employee data to ensure accuracy and integrity throughout the SAP Payroll implementation.
  • Support data migration activities, including data extraction, transformation, loading (ETL), mapping and reconciliation between legacy and SAP systems.
  • Develop and execute data validation processes, identifying and resolving data quality issues, discrepancies and anomalies.
  • Support System Integration Testing (SIT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and Parallel Payroll Testing, ensuring payroll calculations and outputs are accurate.
  • Produce and maintain project dashboards, data quality reports and management information to support programme governance.
  • Collaborate with Payroll, HR, Finance, IT and external implementation partners to deliver project milestones and resolve data-related issues.
  • Ensure payroll data is managed in line with GDPR, payroll legislation, HMRC requirements and company governance standards.
  • Provide analytical insights, recommendations and risk assessments to support decision-making and ensure successful project delivery.

Key Requirements:

  • Significant experience working with payroll data, payroll systems and payroll processes.
  • Previous experience supporting a payroll implementation, migration or transformation project.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify, investigate and resolve complex data issues.
  • Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, Power Query and complex formulas, with intermediate SQL capability.
  • Experience conducting data validation, reconciliation and payroll testing activities (SIT, UAT and parallel runs).
  • Excellent stakeholder management, communication and organisational skills, with a strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.

Additional Information

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive.

As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, cadet forces adult volunteers, reservists and military families.

For roles requiring security clearance, any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion and maintenance of the required level of security clearance. Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and residency requirements applicable to that level of clearance.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees and workers to share this commitment. Where relevant to the role, safer recruitment checks will apply, including references and an enhanced DBS check in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any adjustments or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – careers@aramark.co.uk

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.