EMEA Payroll

The Recruitment Consultancy; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking for in-office days

Job summary

The Recruitment Consultancy is seeking an experienced payroll professional to manage EMEA payroll operations on a 15‑month fixed‑term basis. You will oversee end‑to‑end payroll processes across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring accuracy and compliance while supporting HR and finance teams.

The role offers a remote‑first setup with hybrid options and a focus on work‑life balance, plus competitive benefits and flexibility.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in payroll management across multiple countries.
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance across jurisdictions.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Proficient in payroll software and MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll for the EMEA region with timely data transmission.
• Ensure compliance with local payroll laws and company policies.
• Collaborate with HR, finance and external providers to resolve issues.
• Maintain payroll records reflecting legislative changes.
• Prepare payroll reports for audit purposes.
• Address payroll queries from employees and management.
• Support payroll system improvements and transitions.

Skills

Payroll management

EMEA experience

Payroll software

Attention to detail

Tools

MS Office

Payroll software

Job description

This role offers an exciting opportunity to manage payroll operations on a 15 month fixed-term basis for a well-established organisation. The successful candidate will oversee EMEA payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance across multiple regions. The position provides a supportive environment with and the organisation values work-life balance through flexible working arrangements and competitive benefits.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end payroll processes for the EMEA region, ensuring timely and accurate transmission of payroll data
• Ensure compliance with local payroll legislation and company policies across all countries within the remit
• Collaborate with HR, finance, and external providers to resolve payroll issues efficiently
• Maintain and update payroll records and systems to reflect any legislative or procedural changes
• Prepare payroll reports and ensure all documentation is accurate for audit purposes
• Assist with payroll-related queries from employees and management, providing clear and professional support
• Support the transition and process improvements in payroll systems and procedures as necessary

About you:

• Proven experience in payroll management, ideally within an EMEA or multi-country environment
• Strong understanding of payroll legislation and compliance requirements across different jurisdictions
• Excellent organisational and attention-to-detail skills
• Effective communication skills with the ability to explain complex payroll issues clearly
• Proficient in payroll software and relevant MS Office applications
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• A professional approach to confidentiality and data security

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary aligned with experience
• Fixed-term contract lasting 15 months
• Hybrid working - please note the offices are currently being refurbished so the role will be fully remote until January
• Free parking for in office days