At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead payroll operations across multiple EMEA countries and drive process improvements.
- Company: Globally recognised organisation with a dynamic and fast-paced culture.
- Benefits: Competitive day rate, career progression, and supportive team environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for permanent position after contract and exposure to international operations.
- Why this job: Join a strategic role in a complex, multi-country payroll operation.
- Qualifications: Experience in EMEA payroll management and strong analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
- EMEA Payroll Manager (10 month contract / Day rate / Inside IR35)
- Hammersmith, London (Hybrid)
- This role WILL go perm for the right person
- We welcome candidates that are on 1-2 months notice that are happy to contract before going permanent
- 2 days in the office
- Up to £397pd via an umbrella company (£77k equivalent perm)
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced
EMEA Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations across multiple international territories.
This is an exciting opportunity to manage payroll for 12-14 countries across the EMEA region, working within a dynamic, fast-paced and globally recognised organisation.
You will oversee end-to-end payroll delivery, lead a high-performing team, and play a key role in driving process improvements, compliance, and system enhancements across the region.
Key Responsibilities
- Payroll Leadership & Delivery
- Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing across multiple EMEA countries
- Oversee statutory reporting, audits, and compliance with local regulations
- Manage payroll vendor performance against SLAs and governance standards
- Act as the escalation point for payroll-related issues and ensure swift resolution
- Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and third-party providers
- Team Management & Development
- Lead, coach and develop a team of 5-6 payroll analysts
- Support succession planning and continuous professional development
- Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment
- Operational Excellence & Projects
- Drive payroll transformation initiatives and system improvements
- Lead or support payroll-related projects, including implementation of best practices
- Oversee stock options, RSUs and incentive-related payroll activities
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, controls, and processes
- Ensure consistent application of governance frameworks and internal controls
- Stakeholder & Compliance Management
- Partner with HR, Finance, and senior business leaders across regions
- Ensure all payroll activities meet statutory deadlines and audit requirements
- Provide expert advice on payroll regulations, processes, and best practice
- Support cross-functional and global initiatives
Skills & Experience Required
- Proven experience managing payroll within a multi-country EMEA environment
- Strong knowledge of payroll regulations, tax, and compliance across multiple jurisdictions
- Experience leading and developing payroll teams within a large organisation
- Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail
- Experience working with payroll systems (SAP knowledge advantageous)
- Demonstrated ability to drive change and process improvement
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Ability to manage confidential information with discretion
Desirable
- Payroll qualification
- Experience in a large, complex or global organisation
- Background in retail, media, or entertainment sectors
- Project management experience
- What's on Offer
- Opportunity to work in a globally recognised, fast-moving organisation
- Exposure to complex, multi-country payroll operations
- Career progression within an international environment
- Collaborative and supportive team culture
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Apply Now
If you're a proactive and detail-oriented payroll professional looking to step into a strategic regional role, we'd love to hear from you.
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