EMEA Payroll Manager

Cooper Parry; Bellshill; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking an experienced EMEA Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations across multiple countries. In this flexible hybrid role, you'll collaborate closely with internal teams and external payroll vendors to ensure accurate and compliant payroll processing. The ideal candidate will have proven experience managing high-volume EMEA payroll, strong communication skills, and the ability to adapt in a dynamic environment. This position offers the chance to work in a global organization focused on continuous improvement and development.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Opportunity for development

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing high-volume EMEA payroll.
• Excellent communication and administration skills.
• Proactive, positive, and adaptable to changing requirements.
• Understanding of full end-to-end payroll processes is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead payroll operations across multiple countries.
• Act as the point of contact for payroll vendors.
• Identify and implement efficient payroll workflows.
• Resolve payroll-related issues.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards.
• Prepare financial data for accurate reporting.

Skills

Managing high-volume EMEA payroll

Dutch or German language skills

Excellent communication skills

Proactive and positive approach

Strong adaptability

Meeting tight deadlines

Job description

Working Pattern: Flexible hybrid - initially 1 day per week in the Glasgow office and 4 days from home. Once settled, this may reduce to 1-2 office days per month in the office.

About the Role

We're excited to be supporting our client in their search for a highly capable EMEA Payroll Manager. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys problem-solving, and is confident in managing complex, high-volume payroll across multiple countries, including Germany and the Netherlands.

You'll play a key role in coordinating and leading all aspects of payroll, working closely with a third-party provider to ensure accurate, compliant, and timely delivery. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that values flexibility, continuous improvement, and strong cross-functional teamwork.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading payroll operations from start to finish across multiple countries
• Acting as the main point of contact between internal teams and external payroll vendors
• Identifying opportunities to improve payroll procedures and implement more efficient workflows
• Troubleshooting and resolving payroll-related issues
• Ensure regional payroll practices align with relevant legal and compliance standards
• Preparing payroll-related financial data and ensuring accurate reporting into finance systems

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience managing high-volume EMEA payroll.
• Dutch or German language skills are highly desirable (not essential).
• Excellent communication and administration skills with both internal teams and external partners.
• A proactive, positive approach to learning and cross-training.
• Strong adaptability and ability to respond quickly to changing requirements.
• Demonstrated success in meeting tight deadlines.
• Understanding of full end-to-end payroll processes is an advantage.

Why Apply?

• Flexible hybrid working with minimal office travel once settled.
• Opportunity to work in a global, dynamic organisation.
• Supportive environment with strong focus on development and continuous improvement.

If you're passionate about delivering accurate, high-quality payroll services and want to join a team where your expertise will make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note that sponsorship is not available, and therefore candidates must hold the right to work in the United Kingdom.

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