Payroll Manager in London

Qube Research & Technologies (QRT) is a global quantitative and systematic investment manager, operating in all liquid asset classes across the world. We are a technology and data driven group implementing a scientific approach to investing. Combining data, research, technology, and trading expertise has shaped our collaborative mindset, which enables us to solve the most complex challenges. QRT's culture of innovation continuously drives our ambition to deliver high quality returns for our investors.

Join our HR team as a Payroll Manager in London. In this role you will ensure the accurate, compliant, and scalable delivery of payroll across multiple EMEA jurisdictions, while supporting ongoing transformation and automation initiatives.

Your future role at QRT:

• Own and deliver monthly payroll processes across the UK, Denmark, Poland, and UAE, with scope to expand into additional jurisdictions
• Partner closely with HR, Compensation, and Benefits teams to consolidate and validate payroll inputs
• Review payroll outputs, identifying discrepancies and coordinating with external providers to resolve issues
• Maintain and enhance payroll processes to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timeliness
• Develop and maintain clear payroll documentation and controls (e.g. Confluence)
• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting requirements (e.g. P60s, P45s, PSA, STBV reporting)
• Perform data reconciliation and validation, strengthening controls and audit readiness
• Monitor regulatory and legislative changes across relevant jurisdictions
• Act as a key point of contact for employee payroll queries, providing clear and timely support
• Support QRT's transition to an integrated global payroll model, improving scalability and automation
• Drive the adoption of technology and AI-driven solutions within payroll, challenging existing processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across payroll operations

Proven experience managing end-to-end payroll across multiple jurisdictions. Strong understanding of cross-border and expatriate payroll considerations. Experience working with payroll vendors and managing outsourced payroll processes. Experience with Workday is essential. Advanced Excel skills (e.g. XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, pivot tables) with a focus on data accuracy and reconciliation. High attention to detail with a strong control mindset. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally.

QRT is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity as essential to our success. QRT empowers employees to work openly and respectfully to achieve collective success. In addition to professional achievement, we are offering initiatives and programs to enable employees achieve a healthy work-life balance.