Payroll & People Operations Specialist (6 months Fixed Term Contract)

Are you ready to grow your career in our global tech hub?  

Zurich Cover-More Group helps people travel safely across the globe every day. We are there at every step of a traveller’s journey, to keep them safe and help them out if something goes wrong. We are committed to providing reliable, fast, flexible and bespoke services for our customers as well as the many well-known brands we partner with, such as travel agencies, airlines, banks and major sporting clubs!  

As the world begins to travel again, we want to make sure we’re delivering an exceptional service for our customers, and we want you to be part of that journey.  

So, what’s the job? 

• You’ll manage end‑to‑end payroll operations with accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. 

• You’ll validate payroll inputs such as attendance, leave, bonuses, deductions, investment proofs, Form 16, and F&F settlements. 

• You’ll reconcile payroll reports and coordinate with external payroll vendors when required. 

• You’ll oversee statutory compliance including taxation, statutory deductions, ETDS filing, and gratuity reconciliation. 

• You’ll ensure timely quarterly and annual payroll returns, Form 16 submission, and investment proof verification. 

• You’ll maintain payroll documentation for audits and adapt processes to regulatory changes. 

• You’ll prepare and submit accurate quarterly and annual tax returns. 

• You’ll manage statutory filings such as tax, EPF, pension, and stay updated on labour law changes. 

• You’ll respond promptly and professionally to payroll-related employee queries. 

• You’ll support month‑end payroll processes, F&F settlements, exit formalities, and BGV documentation. 

• You’ll independently manage HR operations including payroll updates, compliance, and lifecycle tasks. 

• You’ll roll out confirmation, promotion, and warning letters and handle ex‑employee queries. 

• You’ll administer onboarding, transfers, confirmations, promotions, and exits in HRIS systems. 

• You’ll maintain accurate employee records and support benefits administration. 

• You’ll ensure compliance with local labour laws and internal policies. 

• You’ll assist in HR audits and prepare management reports. 

• You’ll collaborate with Finance, Legal, and vendors to streamline HR processes. 

• You’ll manage tasks related to visiting cards, attendance, leave, and benefits. 

• You’ll prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial and tax reports. 

• You’ll generate ad‑hoc payroll, HR, and compliance reports as required. 

• You’ll support reporting and reconciliation for leave, gratuity, and other statutory requirements. 

• You’ll use Excel to perform payroll analysis and statutory reporting. 

• You’ll support PeopleConnect functions such as Preceda and Compass reporting. 

• You’ll participate in audits by providing relevant data. 

• You’ll contribute to continuous improvement and automation of payroll and HR processes. 

• You’ll assist in system upgrades, testing, and new implementations. 

• You’ll align global policies with India-specific statutory requirements. 

• You’ll collaborate with HRBPs and stakeholders on compliance and best practices. 

• You’ll demonstrate high attention to detail and strong analytical ability. 

And what are we looking for? 

• You’ll require strong attention to detail and analytical skills. 

• You’ll bring 8+ years of payroll experience in a similar role 

• You’ll have sound knowledge of legislative requirements, including local taxation, gratuity legislation, and award interpretation (preferred) 

• You’ll have experience with HRIS systems (Sensys, SuccessFactors) and payroll software; Preceda/Compass skills preferred but not essential 

• You’ll be proficient in Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and advanced formulas 

• You’ll have strong analytical skills with high attention to detail 

• You’ll have excellent organisational and problem-solving skills 

• You’ll have the ability to work independently 

• You’ll display excellent communication skills (English; proficiency in local language is a plus) 

• You’ll have the ability to handle confidential information with discretion Accuracy and attention to detail 

• You’ll display team collaboration 

So, why choose us? 

We value optimism, caring, togetherness, reliability and determination. 

We have more than 2600 employees worldwide: we’re a global group of digital natives, actuaries, marketers, doctors, nurses, case managers, claims specialists, finance experts and customer service professionals. We share a global mission to look after travellers, at every step of their journey. 

Job flexibility. We understand that flexibility is really important – whether hybrid, a compressed work week, part time or job share, there isn’t one size that fits all. So, let us know your preference and we will explore how we can accommodate you.  

Career growth. We want you to continue to learn, develop and bring your ideas to the table. We want to hear what you think, and we want you to work with the business - not for the business! 

Diversity and inclusion. We respect who you are and thoroughly embrace diversity. So whatever walk of life you wander, just be you and come as you are. 

Take the time you need, for you and your community. We encourage you to take the time you need, when you need it. We offer regular annual and personal leave benefits along with anniversary or birthday leave, covid leave (to get vaccinated and for when you’re sick), volunteer leave and a comprehensive paid parental leave scheme.  

Other Perks: 

• Mediclaim insurance cover in case of any health emergency 

• Coverage under group personal accident insurance 

• Flexible and compressed work weeks and hybrid working options. 

• Generous range of paid leave – 21 annual leave days, 6 sick leave days, 12 public holidays 

• An extra day off for you to take on your birthday or your annual work anniversary. 

Apply today and let’s go great places together! 

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