Robert Half
Payroll Manager
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Payroll Manager EMEA / London / £70,000 - £80,000 + Benefits
💼 Company
Robert Half are partnering with a leading, fast-growing beauty and cosmetics brand based in London. Known for its innovation and inclusive culture, this is a highly successful business in the makeup and skincare industry, recognised across numerous awards.
To support their continued growth, they are now looking for a highly skilled and proactive Payroll Manager to oversee their UK and EMEA payroll functions.
📊 Role
Reporting into the Global Payroll Director, the Payroll Manager will be heavily involved in defining the roadmap for the UK & EMEA region solidifying payroll & compliance, improvements to payroll processes and driving change leading to improved efficiencies.
Key duties include:
- Lead end-to-end payroll operations across the UK and Germany, with scope to support future EMEA expansion
- Act as the subject matter expert for payroll legislation, tax compliance, and regulatory requirements across the region
- Design and enhance payroll processes, controls, and operating frameworks to support business growth
- Lead payroll systems, integrations, and automation initiatives to improve efficiency and scalability
- Develop reporting, KPIs, and governance frameworks to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance
- Manage payroll projects, supplier relationships, and system implementations across the region
- Partner with HR, Finance, IT, external vendors, and offshore payroll teams to ensure seamless payroll delivery
- Drive continuous improvement by strengthening controls, resolving complex payroll issues, and enhancing the employee experience
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📋 Profile
The ideal profile for this Payroll Manager EMEA position, should have the following:
- 6+ years' payroll experience, including at least 3-4 years in a leadership role
- Strong knowledge of UK and multi-country EMEA payroll legislation and compliance
- Ideally practical payroll experience covering Germany
- Experience in fast-paced, high-growth environments with evolving processes
- Hands-on experience with payroll systems and reporting tools (e.g. ADP, SAP)
- Proven track record of improving payroll processes, controls, and system performance
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage complex payroll data and compliance requirements
- Confident working with global teams and managing stakeholders across multiple time zones
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- CIPP qualification desirable
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💵 Salary and Package
£70,000 - £80,000 + additional benefits including:
- Hybrid working structure
- Company bonus scheme
- Equity options
- Unlimited holiday
- Pension plan
- Private medical & gym benefits
- 2pm finishes on Friday
- Christmas closure & regular seasonal parties
- Life assurance and more!
The salary range/rates of pay are dependent upon your experience, qualifications, and training.
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