Global Payroll Manager

CoreWeave Europe; London; Hybrid; GBP 84,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in London is seeking an experienced Payroll professional to manage payroll operations across multiple countries. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in payroll management, specifically in a publicly traded environment, with expertise in international payroll regulations. This role offers competitive compensation, a hybrid work environment, and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Family-level Medical Insurance

Generous Pension Contribution

Employee Assistance Programme

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Assurance at 4x Salary

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience processing payroll in a publicly traded company.
• International payroll expertise across multiple jurisdictions.
• Successful implementation of Payroll/HRIS systems.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for employees across multiple EMEA and APAC countries.
• Ensure compliance with international payroll regulations.
• Manage relationships with payroll providers and vendors.

Skills

Payroll operations management

Attention to detail

Analytical abilities

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

G Suite products

Excel

Job description

Overview

CoreWeave is the AI Hyperscaler, delivering a cloud platform of cutting edge services powering the next wave of AI. Our technology provides enterprises and leading AI labs with the most performant, efficient and resilient solutions for accelerated computing. Since 2017, CoreWeave has operated a growing footprint of data centers covering every region of the US and across Europe. CoreWeave was ranked as one of the TIME100 most influential companies of 2024.

As the leader in the industry, we thrive in an environment where adaptability and resilience are key. Our culture offers career-defining opportunities for those who excel amid change and challenge. If you're someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys solving complex problems, and is eager to make a significant impact, CoreWeave is the place for you. Join us, and be part of a team solving some of the most exciting challenges in the industry.

CoreWeave powers the creation and delivery of the intelligence that drives innovation.

What You\'ll Do

The Global Payroll team at CoreWeave is responsible for payroll operations, payroll accounting, and compliance globally. As CoreWeave continues to scale rapidly, the team is focused on implementing best-in-class systems and building processes to support payroll accuracy, automation, and compliance. This role will work closely with stakeholders across People Operations (HR), Stock Administration, Accounting and Finance to ensure accuracy and scalability.

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated Payroll professional with proven hands-on experience managing end to end payroll Operations, Accounting and Compliance in a publicly traded company for countries across EMEA and APAC regions. This position will be based in CoreWeave London office and will report to the Director of Global Payroll.

Key responsibilities

• Process complete, accurate and timely payrolls for CoreWeave employees across multiple EMEA and APAC countries
• Demonstrate solid knowledge and understanding of payroll taxation and reporting of equity transactions (RSU, NQS, and ESPP) through payroll in international payroll jurisdictions
• Show strong understanding of international payroll regulations, payroll tax and labor laws in different countries
• Prepare international payroll journal entries, perform variance analysis for payroll related P&L and Balance Sheet accounts, support Global Payroll Accounting manager during month-end, quarter-end and year-end close and with ad-hoc projects
• Manage relationships with international payroll providers, third-party vendors, and employer of records (EORs) to ensure cost-effectiveness and quality of service
• Conduct periodic payroll audits and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy of payroll reporting
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of payroll data
• Collaborate with People Operations (HR), Stock Administration, Finance, Legal, and other cross-functional teams to align on compensation, benefits, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain international payroll process narratives as part of SOX compliance
• Perform monthly and quarterly operational and financial Internal Controls related to international payrolls to maintain compliance and mitigate financial risks

Who You Are

• Bachelor\'s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline
• 7+ years of experience processing payroll and managing payroll operations with specific experience in a fast-paced global publicly traded company
• International payroll expertise (US/CA Payroll Knowledge is a plus)
• Experience with global expansion and onboarding payroll service providers in new payroll jurisdictions
• Successful implementation of Payroll/HRIS systems (Workday implementation experience is highly desired)
• Proficiency using G Suite products, Excel and other relevant financial tools
• Strong Attention to details and analytical abilities
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong work ethics in maintaining data confidentiality and integrity
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with ability to handle multiple competing priorities and still meet strict deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build positive and professional relationships with others to cultivate teamwork and collaboration

Wondering if you\'re a good fit? We believe in investing in our people, and value candidates who can bring their own diversified experiences to our teams - even if you aren\'t a 100% skill or experience match. Here are a few qualities we\'ve found compatible with our team. If some of this describes you, we\'d love to talk.

• You love creating a positive and seamless payroll experience for employees through your commitment to confidentiality, accuracy and timeliness
• You're curious about process improvements and transformation and how they can be leveraged to increase payroll accuracy, efficiency and compliance
• You're a global payroll subject matter expert who thrives on collaboration, knowledge transfer and teamwork

Why CoreWeave?

At CoreWeave, we work hard, have fun, and move fast! We\'re in an exciting stage of hyper-growth that you will not want to miss out on. We\'re not afraid of a little chaos, and we\'re constantly learning. Our team cares deeply about how we build our product and how we work together, which is represented through our core values:

• Be Curious at Your Core
• Act Like an Owner
• Empower Employees
• Deliver Best-in-Class Client Experiences
• Achieve More Together

We support and encourage an entrepreneurial outlook and independent thinking. We foster an environment that encourages collaboration and provides the opportunity to develop innovative solutions to complex problems. As we get set for take off, the growth opportunities within the organization are constantly expanding. You will be surrounded by some of the best talent in the industry, who will want to learn from you, too. Come join us!

The base salary range for this role is £84,000 - £112,000. The starting salary will be determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location. We strive for both market alignment and internal equity when determining compensation. In addition to base salary, our total rewards package includes a discretionary bonus, equity awards, and a comprehensive benefits program (all based on eligibility).

To fulfil our obligation to protect client data, successful applicants offered employment with CoreWeave will be required to complete a basic criminal record check, conducted in compliance with GDPR. Employment offers are conditional upon receiving satisfactory check results

What We Offer

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits to support your needs, including:

• Family-level Medical Insurance
• Family-level Dental Insurance
• Generous Pension Contribution
• Life Assurance at 4x Salary
• Critical Illness Cover
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Work culture focused on innovative disruption

Benefits may vary by location.

Our Workplace

While we prioritize a hybrid work environment, remote work may be considered for candidates located more than 30 miles from an office, based on role requirements for specialized skill sets. New hires will be invited to attend onboarding at one of our hubs within their first month. Teams also gather quarterly to support collaboration

CoreWeave is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. All qualified applicants and candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

CoreWeave does not accept speculative CVs. Any unsolicited CVs received will be treated as the property of CoreWeave and your Terms & Conditions associated with the use of CVs will be considered null and void.

Any unsolicited CVs sent by your company to us - that is to say, in any situation where we have not directly engaged your company in writing to supply candidates for a specific vacancy - will be considered by us to be a "free gift", leaving us liable for no fees whatsoever should we choose to contact the candidate directly and engage the candidate\'s services, and will in no way establish any prior claim by your company to representation of that candidate should the candidate\'s details also be submitted by any other party.

Export Control Compliance

This position requires access to export controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must either be (A) a U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. • 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. • 1158, (B) eligible to access the export controlled information without a required export authorization, or (C) eligible and reasonably likely to obtain the required export authorization from the applicable U.S. government agency. CoreWeave may, for legitimate business reasons, decline to pursue any export licensing process.