Payroll Lead
Manchester - Hybrid
£45,000 - £50,000 + annual bonus scheme
We're looking for a proactive and detail-driven Payroll Lead to take ownership of a global payroll operations. Sitting at the heart of finance, compliance, and employee experience, you'll make sure their people get paid accurately, on time, and in line with local regulations - wherever they are in the world. With a growing international footprint and a dynamic, people-first culture, this role is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-moving, collaborative environment and wants to help shape the payroll function for the future.
What You'll Do
1. Own the end-to-end payroll process - Deliver seamless monthly payroll cycles for our teams across the UK, Dubai, the US and other regions.
2. Coordinate with local providers to ensure accuracy and compliance everywhere we operate.
3. Manage tax, pension, and statutory deductions, making sure everything's filed and paid on time.
4. Drive global alignment - Build strong relationships with international payroll partners (EU, US, APAC) and maintain oversight of all processes.
5. Troubleshoot discrepancies and keep everything running smoothly across borders.
6. Champion compliance and accuracy - Stay on top of payroll legislation (HMRC and international equivalents).
7. Manage sta...