Global Process Owner (Payroll & Compliance)

AVEVA; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in industrial software is seeking a Global Process Owner specializing in Payroll & Compliance in London/Cambridge. The successful candidate will design and oversee payroll processes to ensure compliance and efficiency while driving global standardization and automation. Ideal applicants will have proven experience in international payroll operations and strong stakeholder management skills. Flexible hybrid work options are available.

Benefits

Flexible benefits fund

Emergency leave days

Private medical insurance

Education assistance program

28 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience in global payroll operations and process ownership.
• Experience in a multinational organization with complex payroll environments.
• Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma or other process improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and govern global payroll processes across all regions.
• Monitor compliance with local labor laws and tax regulations.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance payroll performance.

Skills

Global payroll operations

International payroll regulations

Payroll systems (e.g., Workday, SAP, ADP, Oracle)

Cross-functional project leadership

Data-driven decision-making

Microsoft Office Suite

Time management skills

Education

Certification in Payroll (e.g., CPP, CIPP)

HR/Finance-related qualifications

Job description

AVEVA is creating software trusted by over 90% of leading industrial companies.

Job Title: Global Process Owner (Payroll & Compliance)

Location: London/Cambridge

Employment Type: Full time

The Job

As the Global Process Owner (GPO) for Payroll, you will be responsible for designing, governing, and continuously improving the global payroll processes across all regions. You will ensure payroll operations are compliant, efficient, and aligned with business objectives, while driving standardization and automation. This role requires strong leadership, stakeholder management, and expertise in global payroll operations.

Responsibilities

Process Ownership & Strategy

• Define and maintain the global payroll process framework, including policies, standards, and controls.
• Develop and execute a roadmap for payroll transformation, including automation, vendor optimization, and scalability.
• Ensure alignment with global HR, Finance, and Legal teams.

Governance & Compliance

• Monitor compliance with local labor laws, tax regulations, and internal controls.
• Partner with internal audit and risk teams to ensure robust governance and risk mitigation.
• Own documentation and audit readiness across all payroll processes.

Operational Excellence

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance payroll accuracy, timeliness, and employee experience.
• Establish and track KPIs and SLAs for payroll performance globally.
• Drive standardization across regions while allowing for local flexibility where required.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with regional payroll teams, People Technology, Finance, and external vendors.
• Act as the escalation point for complex payroll issues and process deviations.
• Communicate process changes and updates effectively across the organization.

Technology & Innovation

• Partner with People Technology and IT to optimize payroll systems and integrations.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies to improve payroll delivery and analytics.
• Lead system upgrades and global rollouts where applicable.
• Lead on Global payroll system risk mitigation, including system access support and governance and BCP development.

Skills & Qualifications

Ideal Skills

• Proven experience in global payroll operations and process ownership.
• Strong understanding of international payroll regulations and compliance.
• Experience with payroll systems (e.g., Workday, SAP, ADP, Oracle).
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset with experience in data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent communication and change management skills.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite including Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to present data outputs effectively.
• Strong time management and organisational skills, in a fast-paced environment.

Desired skills

• Certification in Payroll (e.g., CPP, CIPP) or HR/Finance-related qualifications.
• Experience in a multinational organization with complex payroll environments.
• Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma or other process improvement methodologies.
• Experience in leading or supporting projects.

People at AVEVA focuses on employee experience and engagement across the business. Join our diverse and vibrant group striving to make every day at AVEVA even better.

UK Benefits include:

• Flexible benefits fund, emergency leave days, adoption leave, 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), pension, life cover, private medical insurance, parental leave, education assistance program.

Hybrid working: By default, employees are expected to be in their local AVEVA office three days a week, but some positions are fully office-based. Roles supporting particular customers or markets are sometimes remote.

Hiring process

Interested? Great! Apply through our portal. We are committed to recruiting and retaining people with disabilities.

About AVEVA

AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software with more than 6,500 employees in over 40 countries.

Equal Opportunity Employer

AVEVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring. We provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate.