Purpose of the Role:

International Payroll Process Owner – To Lead on developing the International Payroll team and processes including continuous improvement, transformation and harmonisation.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Overall responsibility for International payrolls and implementation of new markets
• Lead the team to drive efficient operational processing through the adoption of automation where possible, application of standardised processes and delivery of a consistent service model
• Maintains a strong high-performing team through effective recruiting, training, coaching, team building, performance management and resource planning.
• Ensure procedures are compliant and consistent with current regulations
• Fosters and maintains positive relationships with the internal stakeholder groups
• Awareness of changes to current payroll legislation to advise the business on necessary changes
• Management of the external International payroll vendor contracts, including the on-going management of SLAs, service delivery and ensuring compliance to in-country reporting requirements.
• Develop and maintain robust Business Continuity plans for all payrolls
• Lead internal and external audits within supported countries ensuring process improvements are introduced as necessary and in line with audit findings
• Responsible for defining, measuring, and adhering to appropriate Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) established under the service delivery model

Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 7+ years’ experience of global payroll processing
• Strong people management experience within a payroll function
• A solid understanding of payroll processes and experience of managing payrolls internationally.
• Team-player, collaborative and flexible.
• High level of proficiency with MS Excel
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational, time management and prioritization skills
• Strong sense of urgency and the ability to prioritize on fast pace environment
• Maturity, discretion and experience dealing with highly confidential information
• Excellent communication and analytical skills
• An interest in joining a growing organisation and a willingness to collaborate and assist whenever, wherever
• Advanced Excel skills
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, while working in a fast-paced environment