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In this role, you will lead and manage end-to-end payroll operations across Europe, ensuring accuracy, compliance and increasing levels of standardization. You will play a key role in the harmonization of payroll and Time & Absence Tracking processes, support the transition to external payroll providers, and establish effective governance across countries, internal functions and external partners. This is a senior regional role combining operational payroll leadership, transformation, vendor management and continuous improvement.
Job Responsibility
Lead European payroll operations
Drive payroll and Time & Absence harmonization
Support payroll outsourcing and transition
Own vendor management and governance
Ensure compliance and manage risk
Manage stakeholders across functions
Lead continuous improvement and reporting
Build and lead the future payroll organization
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance or a related field
At least 5 years of experience in international payroll
Strong experience managing payroll across multiple countries
At least 3 years of leadership experience
Deep understanding of European payroll processes, compliance and HR administration
Strong knowledge of payroll systems and Time & Absence management
Proven experience in payroll transformation, outsourcing and vendor management
Experience managing contracts, SLAs, service performance and escalations
Strong leadership skills with experience building and leading high-performing teams
Experience working in complex, cross-functional and international environments
Strong stakeholder management and influencing capability
Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
Ability to translate complex payroll, HR and financial data into actionable insights
Excellent communication skills and fluent English
High level of accuracy, integrity and accountability
Collaborative mindset and ability to perform in a fast-paced, changing environment
Nice to have
An advanced degree or relevant payroll certification is an advantage
Experience in a Shared Service Center or Global Business Services environment is a strong advantage