At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead global payroll operations and drive innovation through technology and automation.
- Company: Join a globally recognised organisation in the pharmaceuticals industry.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time role, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic environment focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Why this job: Shape the future of payroll with cutting-edge tech and make a real impact.
- Qualifications: 5-10 years of global payroll experience and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 120000 - 150000 £ per year.
Reference: 4717919Job ID: 5338274Posted: 2026-08-06Closing date: 2026-11-03Location: Manchester
- Salary: 120,000 - 150,000 (per annum)Job type: Permanent Working pattern: Full time
- Industry: Pharmaceuticals / Payroll
- Company: Hays
- Consultant: Queenie Ng Hays office: Manchester — 5th Floor, City Tower, Piccadilly Plaza
Phone: 01612367272Email: Queenie.
Ng@hays. com Your new company Hays are excited to be exclusively supporting a globally recognised organisation in the search for a strategic and forward-thinking Global Payroll Director.
This is a unique opportunity to join a business undergoing significant growth and transformation, with payroll positioned as a critical function within the wider people and business strategy.
The organisation is investing heavily in technology, automation, and AI-driven solutions, creating an exciting environment for an experienced payroll leader who is passionate about driving innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement on a global scale.
Your new role As Global Payroll Director, you will lead and shape the global payroll function, overseeing complex payroll operations across multiple regions while ensuring best-in-class service delivery, compliance, and governance.
Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will develop and deliver the global payroll strategy, championing transformational initiatives that enhance efficiency, improve controls, and leverage AI and emerging technologies to modernise payroll operations.
What you'll need to succeed Leading the global payroll strategy across multiple countries and regions.
Acting as the senior expert for global payroll compliance, legislation, and best practice.
Driving automation, digital transformation, and AI initiatives to improve payroll efficiency and employee experience.
Identifying opportunities to streamline processes, enhance controls, and deliver operational excellence.
Building strong relationships with executive stakeholders, payroll vendors, and external partners.
Leading, developing, and inspiring international payroll teams.
Delivering a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and accountability.
Providing strategic insight, governance, and reporting to senior leadership.
Essential: Minimum 5–10 years of global payroll experience What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Queenie.
Ng@hays. com or call us now on 01612367272.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4717919 - Queenie Ng
Global Payroll Director employer: Hays
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