Job Description
Join a growing international business as our new Payroll Manager.
We’re looking for a highly capable and detail-driven professional to manage payroll operations across seven countries: UK, USA, South Africa, UAE (Dubai), Canada, Australia, and Portugal.
The Role
This is a critical position responsible for ensuring the accurate and compliant delivery of payroll across multiple international jurisdictions, this is a standalone role. Reporting to the HR Director and forming part of the overall HR team, you will oversee both in-house and outsourced payroll functions, ensuring timely payments, adherence to local legislation, and a smooth experience for employees globally.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and process payrolls across multiple regions, ensuring compliance with local laws and deadlines.
* Oversee payroll providers and maintain strong relationships to ensure quality service delivery.
* Handle payroll audits, reconciliations, reporting, and data accuracy.
* Coordinate with HR and Finance on employment changes, benefits, bonuses, and statutory requirements.
* Stay current with international payroll legislation and ensure processes remain compliant.
* Develop and implement controls and improvements to enhance payroll efficiency and governance.
* Provide payroll expertise for new market entries, acquisitions, or regulatory changes.
What You’ll Need
* Proven experience in managing multi-country payrolls, ideally across at least four of the listed regions.
* Strong working knowledge of payroll compliance, tax, and employment legislation in the UK and internationally.
* Experience working with global payroll vendors, systems and different entities with the payroll system
* Ability to interpret complex regulations and implement compliant processes
* Highly organised with strong attention to detail and data integrity.
* Exceptional excel skills
* Calm under pressure
* Experience with M&A as we are a growing business
* Working knowledge of ADP in the UK would be ideal
What We Offer
* A collaborative and inclusive work culture in a globally expanding business.
* Flexible UK-based working options – remote or hybrid.
* The chance to shape payroll operations across a diverse international footprint.
* Competitive base salary with benefits package including pension, bonus scheme, and holiday allowance.
* Ongoing training and career development support.
Ready to manage payroll at a global level?
Apply now with your CV