Interim Payroll Manager Leeds (Hybrid) £250–£400 per day (DOE) Immediate Start Required 3-Month Contract – Potential for Permanent Elevation Recruitment Group are working on an exclusive basis with a leading business based in Leeds, West Yorkshire. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Payroll Manager to step into a critical interim role, providing immediate operational leadership and driving payroll integration across multiple EMEA countries. Key Responsibilities: Manage overall payroll operations across EMEA Lead end-to-end implementation of new country payrolls ensuring smooth integration and transition Drive process improvement, automation, and vendor collaboration to enhance payroll efficiency and integration success Ensure full compliance with local regulations, oversee audits, and maintain accurate payroll records and reporting Manage vendor relationships and oversee successful system integrations and service delivery in line with defined SLAs Support overseas payroll operations directly, providing oversight and resolving complex issues as needed Key Skills: Experience managing payroll for multiple countries in the UK/EMEA region is preferred Payroll certifications such as CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or PCP (Payroll Compliance Practitioner). Strong knowledge of payroll laws and regulations in the UK/EMEA region. Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Please get in touch for more information!