Global Payroll Manager

We are hiring a Global Payroll Manager, ideally a candidate who thrives on building scalable systems, automating manual processes, and creating operational excellence in a high growth technology environment.

We are looking for a leader who combines deep payroll expertise with a systems oriented mindset. You should be passionate about process improvement, automation, and leveraging technology to increase accuracy, efficiency, transparency, and employee satisfaction. Experience supporting a remote, international workforce is highly valued, as is a genuine interest in the software and technology industry.

This is a management position which requires confidence in setting direction, managing priorities, developing team members, and communicating effectively with stakeholders across the business. As we continue to grow globally, you will play a key role in scaling our payroll infrastructure and raising the standard for operational excellence. This role will report to the Global Financial Controller.

Location: This role is home-based in EMEA time zones, with the option to be based in our London office.

The role entails

• Collaborate with HR, Accounting, Accounts Payable, Treasury, Financial Planning & Analysis, and external payroll providers to support payroll operations and compliance

• Manage end-to-end payroll operations across different countries, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing

• Review, validate, and approve payrolls prior to final processing

• Establish and maintain strong payroll controls to ensure data accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency

• Perform payroll and salary cost analyses, investigating and explaining variances

• Ensure compliance with all applicable payroll tax, statutory, reporting, and employment-related requirements across jurisdictions

• Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related audits, coordinating responses to internal and external audit requests

• Monitor legislative and regulatory changes that may impact payroll processes, controls, or compliance obligations

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance payroll accuracy, scalability, and the employee experience

• Continue to develop, document, and maintain payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls

• Maintain strong relationships with payroll vendors and service providers, ensuring service levels and deliverables are met

• Incorporate industry best practices, emerging technology, including AI, to improve reporting quality, efficiency, and accuracy

• Lead, mentor and coach a team of global payroll professionals

• Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements while identifying and managing compliance risks.

What we are looking for in you

• An exceptional academic track record from both high school and university

• An undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance, or a compelling narrative about your alternative chosen path

• Significant payroll experience supporting multi-country and/or global payroll operations

• Strong knowledge of payroll compliance, taxation, and internal controls

• Experience managing payroll audits and regulatory requirements

• Proficiency with payroll systems, HRIS platforms, and spreadsheet-based analysis

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reconciliation skills

• Leadership and commitment to skills development and mentorship

• The work ethic and confidence to shine alongside motivated colleagues

• A track record of going above-and-beyond expectations

• Professional written and spoken English with excellent presentation skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability

• Appreciative of diversity, polite, and effective in a multi-cultural, multi-national organization

• Thoughtfulness and self-motivation

• Result-oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitments

• Ability to travel internationally twice a year for company events up to two weeks long

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