Payroll, Compensation and Benefits Manager

UNIQLO; København; Hybrid; DKK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Global profit share

Copenhagen office

Stockholm office

Volunteer days

Job summary

UNIQLO is seeking a Scandinavian Payroll, Compensation and Benefits Manager based in Copenhagen or Stockholm. You will lead payroll governance, HR data integrity, and compensation & benefits across Scandinavia, with responsibility for 250+ Denmark employees and cross-country processes.

You will report to the Head of People and Culture, SCA, and partner with Finance, HRIS, and store operations. This role offers a hybrid work model in Copenhagen or Stockholm and international exposure.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years in payroll, compensation & benefits, or HR ops.
• Experience managing multi-country payroll (Denmark essential).
• Fluent Danish and English (reading, writing and speaking).
• Strong governance and payroll risk mitigation skills.
• Advanced Excel and data analytics capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end payroll operations across Scandinavia with focus on Denmark, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Manage payroll close with accounting and payroll governance frameworks.
• Drive HR data integrity and system integration across HRIS, time & attendance, and payroll.
• Lead compensation & benefits programs and annual salary reviews; partner with external providers.
• Coordinate relocation and mobility processes across Scandinavia.
• Engage with Store Managers and cross-functional teams to align payroll with business needs.

Skills

Payroll governance

Bilingual Danish English

Excel advanced

Stakeholder management

Multi-country payroll

Data integrity

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

UNIQLO is a leading brand of the Fast Retailing Group, one of the largest apparel retailers in the world. UNIQLO respects the individuality and lifestyle of all customers and takes pride in creating high quality, long-lasting, innovative clothing at an affordable price.

We are currently recruiting for a Scandinavian Payroll, Compensation and Benefits Manager to join the Scandinavian People & Culture team. You will be reporting into the Head of People and Culture, SCA, and work closely with internal departments, the wider People & Culture team and support all Employees across the Scandinavian region. You will have people responsibility for one person.

This is an opportunity for someone with extensive experience to lead and shape the full payroll, People & Culture data, and rewards agenda across Scandinavia. Based in Copenhagen or Stockholm, you will be a key member of the SCA People Team, with end-to-end accountability for payroll governance, compliance, HR data integrity, and compensation & benefits across SCA. You will oversee both internal and external payroll operations, drive continuous improvement, and act as a partner to the business.

What you will be responsible for:

Payroll

• Own and oversee end-to-end payroll operations across Scandinavia, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timelines


• Processing monthly payroll operations for 250+ employees in Denmark


• Ensuring payment of salaries, taxes and social contributions are on time and compliant with all internal processes


• Manage monthly payroll close in conjunction with the accounting department


• Act as the accountable owner of payroll governance frameworks, controls, and vendor management


• Ensure compliance with local legislation, collective agreements, and internal policies across all countries


• Lead payroll audits, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement initiatives


• Partner with Finance to ensure accurate payroll accounting, reconciliations, and reporting


• Drive standardization and optimization of payroll processes across markets


• Support with all payroll issues and queries from all colleagues


• Assist with payroll training and documentation

HR Data & Systems Ownership

• Own HR data integrity and governance across all SCA markets


• Ensure quality standards, KPIs, and escalation frameworks are followed


• Partner with EU and Global HRIS teams to drive system improvements


• Provide data insights and reporting to support decision-making


• Ensure strong integration between HR systems, time & attendance, and payroll


• Drive Compensation & Benefits across Scandinavia in alignment with global frameworks


• Lead annual cycles such as salary reviews, bonus processes, and benchmarking


• Act as key contact for external providers (pensions, insurance, etc.)


• Ensure competitive, compliant, and cost-efficient reward structures


• Support business leaders with compensation-related guidance

Mobility & Relocation (SCA)

• Oversee relocation processes across Scandinavia


• Ensure smooth and compliant internal mobility experiences


• Manage external relocation partners


• Support cross-border cases and employee queries

Stakeholder Management

• Build strong, trust-based relationships with Store Managers and maintain a regular presence in stores to understand operational realities, support Store Managers directly, and ensure alignment between payroll, HR processes, and business needs


• Act as a trusted partner across HR, Finance, and Operations, translating business requirements into effective and compliant solutions


• Foster a culture of accountability, compliance, and continuous improvement through close collaboration with all relevant teams

Skills, Experience and Attributes:

• 5-7+ years of experience within payroll, compensation & benefits, or HR operations


• Experience managing multi-country payroll, Denmark is essential and ideally across the Nordics


• Strong understanding of payroll governance and outsourced payroll models


• Fluent in both Danish and English - Reading, Writing and Speaking is essential


• Proven experience driving process improvements


• Strong analytical skills and business acumen


• Good understanding of payroll accounting principles


• Advanced Excel skills


• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills


• High attention to detail and integrity

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and benefits


• Global Profit Share Scheme


• Hybrid working model (2 days home / 3 days office)


• Volunteer Days (twice per year)


• Attractive office locations (Copenhagen / Stockholm)

Commitment to Inclusion and Data Protection

UNIQLO is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected characteristics. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and personal information; please refer to our privacy policy for details on our recruitment process.