EMEA Payroll Manager

Tandem Talent; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading payroll solutions provider in London is looking for a Payroll Manager to oversee the end-to-end payroll process for employees in the EMEA region. This role involves collaborating with Finance and HR teams, ensuring compliance with local tax regulations, and managing relationships with outsourced payroll vendors. The ideal candidate should have experience in payroll management, proficiency in Excel, and strong analytical skills. The firm offers a full-time position with a focus on accuracy and employee experience.

Qualifications

• Experience managing payroll across the EMEA region is essential.
• Knowledge of local tax regulations is a strong advantage.
• Proficiency in Excel, including vlookups and basic formulas, is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end monthly payroll process for all employees.
• Partner with HR and Finance teams for onboarding new hires.
• Coordinate with outsourced payroll providers for accuracy.

Skills

Managing multi-country payroll

Familiarity with local tax regulations

Proficiency in Excel

Relationship building

Attention to detail

Analytical mindset

Self-motivated

Job description

Payroll Manager
London
Full Time

As a Payroll Manager, you are essential to ensuring the smooth and accurate processing of payroll for employees across the region (EMEA). You will work collaboratively with teams in Finance and HR/Personnel to provide payroll expertise, resolve employee queries, and maintain compliance with tax regulations. Your ability to handle complex processes while building positive relationships will contribute to a thriving workplace for all.

What You're Responsible For

• Manage the end–to–end monthly payroll process for all employees within the region, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local regulations.
• Partner with HR/Personnel and Finance teams to onboard new hires, process employee changes, and maintain accurate payroll data.
• Coordinate with outsourced payroll providers to set up new starters, implement changes, and verify payroll accuracy.
• Prepare, review, and submit draft payrolls for final tax calculations, ensuring timely approvals.
• Analyse monthly payroll changes and provide actionable insights and reporting to key stakeholders.
• Act as the first point of contact for payroll queries, delivering responsive, empathetic, and solution–oriented support.
• Ensure timely processing of employee terminations, including final payments and local compliance documentation.
• Build strong relationships with external payroll vendors, resolving issues efficiently and professionally.
• Drive continuous improvement by leading payroll process enhancements, including provider consolidation and best practice adoption.
• Support HR/Personnel with monthly census reporting and maintain up–to–date records for personnel and contractors via agency.

How We'll Measure It

• Timely Payroll Completion: Meeting monthly payroll deadlines and ensuring accuracy across all entities.
• Proactive Problem Solving: Efficient resolution of employee queries and payroll–related challenges.
• Compliance Excellence: Adherence to all pay, tax, and regulatory requirements across the region.
• Employee Experience: Demonstrating empathy and professionalism in supporting employee payroll needs.
• Process Improvements: Successfully implementing enhancements to payroll workflows, systems, and provider relationships.
• Collaboration: Building strong, positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Your Experience & Skills

• Prior experience in managing multi–country payroll across the EMEA region is essential.
• Familiarity with local tax regulations across the region is a strong advantage.
• Proficiency in Excel, including tables, vlookups, and basic formulas, is required.
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal teams and outsourced providers.
• Demonstrates high levels of accuracy and attention to detail, ensuring payroll is processed correctly and in compliance with internal controls and external requirements.
• Demonstrates a curious and analytical mindset, with a willingness to question data and challenge assumptions to ensure accuracy and continuous improvement.
• Takes ownership of employee queries, following up and closing out issues promptly while keeping stakeholders informed throughout the process.
• Maintains up–to–date knowledge of local payroll legislation, tax regulations, and employee benefits, ensuring ongoing compliance and identifying opportunities for process improvement.
• Self–motivated and capable of managing the payroll process independently as part of a one–person payroll team.
• A willingness to adapt working hours to meet payroll activity peaks and deadlines.