Payroll Manager

Ad Idem Consulting; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing international technology company is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to lead and develop a payroll team. This role involves overseeing payroll functions for the UK and Poland, ensuring compliance and accuracy. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in international payroll management, strong leadership capabilities, and a focus on process improvement. This position offers the opportunity to drive transformation in payroll operations and implement AI-driven solutions.

Qualifications

• Proven track record managing international payroll with hands-on experience.
• Strong leadership experience in mid-sized or large organizations.
• Ability to introduce process improvements using technology.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a payroll team across multiple countries.
• Ensure accurate processing of payrolls compliant with UK and Polish laws.
• Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Skills

International payroll management

Leadership

Process improvement

Communication

Job description

Our client, a fast-growing international technology company, is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to lead and develop a medium-sized payroll team. This is a key leadership role for an individual who brings deep international payroll expertise and a strong appetite for process innovation, including the adoption of AI-driven solutions.

Role Overview

You will own the end-to-end payroll function across multiple geographies, with specific responsibility for the UK and Poland. You will ensure accurate, compliant, and timely payroll delivery while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement. The organisation is undergoing significant transformation, and you will play a central role in modernising payroll operations, optimising workflows, and embedding new technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a medium-sized payroll team across multiple countries.
• Oversee accurate and compliant processing of monthly payrolls, with strong knowledge of UK and Polish legislation.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to support organisational change and integration activities.
• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline operations, including the use of automation and AI-enabled tools.
• Maintain and enhance payroll controls, governance, and reporting.
• Drive continuous improvement across systems, processes, and team capability.

About You

• Proven track record managing international payroll, including hands‑on experience
• Strong leadership experience within a mid‑sized or large organisation.
• Demonstrated ability to introduce process improvements and leverage technology for scalability and efficiency.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, delivery‑focused approach.

If you are a progressive payroll leader who thrives in fast‑moving, international environments and is motivated by operational transformation, we would welcome a conversation. Please apply or reach out directly for a confidential discussion.