Payroll Manager
Core
Lead and oversee end-to-end payroll operations across 15+ EMEA countries for 3,000 employees, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and operational excellence.
Role type
Senior regional payroll operations manager
Builds
Compliant, accurate, and efficient payroll processes across multiple jurisdictions
Domain
Human Resources / Finance / Payroll
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Multi-country payroll management, EMEA tax and social security legislation, GDPR compliance, vendor management, SOX compliance, team leadership, enterprise payroll platforms (ADP/Workday), advanced Excel, process automation
Preferred skills
Professional payroll qualification (CIPP), managed service provider experience, EU Pay Transparency Directive knowledge, system migration experience, payroll transformation projects
Technologies
ADP, Workday
Responsibilities
Lead payroll operations across multiple countries, currencies, and legal entities; Ensure compliance with local statutory requirements, tax, and social security; Manage relationships with payroll vendors and external advisors; Drive payroll integrations and harmonization initiatives; Partner with HR on pay transparency and equity; Support month-end accounting, reporting, and reconciliations; Lead SOX compliance and audits; Drive automation and process improvements; Develop and mentor the regional payroll team
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
