EMEA Payroll Leader - Strategy, Ops & Transformation

Morningstar, Inc.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking a Senior Payroll Manager, EMEA, to oversee payroll operations across 18 markets including the UK. This role requires over 10 years of payroll experience, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in managing complex EMEA payroll functions. The position emphasizes operational excellence and collaboration within a hybrid work environment, with in-office presence expected four days a week, and offers strategic influence over payroll matters within the organization.

Benefits

Collaborative hybrid work model

Flexibility in benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years of payroll experience in a multinational organization.
• Experience managing an EMEA payroll aggregator and shared service function.
• Proven leadership in payroll operations and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Lead payroll operations and strategic initiatives for the EMEA region.
• Manage a cross-regional EMEA Payroll Team and vendor relationships.
• Oversee end-to-end EMEA payroll operations for accuracy and timeliness.

Skills

Leadership in payroll operations

End-to-end EMEA payroll processes

Excellent communication skills

Strong business acumen

People management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Payroll qualification (e.g. Certified Payroll Accountant)

Tools

Workday (HRIS)

UKG

Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word)

Job description

A leading financial services firm is seeking a Senior Payroll Manager, EMEA, to oversee payroll operations across 18 markets including the UK. This role requires over 10 years of payroll experience, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in managing complex EMEA payroll functions. The position emphasizes operational excellence and collaboration within a hybrid work environment, with in-office presence expected four days a week, and offers strategic influence over payroll matters within the organization.