Senior Global Payroll Manager

England Permanent £80,000 - £90,000 per year View Job Description
The Senior Global Payroll Manager will oversee and manage global payroll operations within the not-for-profit industry, ensuring compliance and accuracy across multiple regions. This role requires a strategic and detail-oriented individual with experience in payroll processes and international regulations.
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About Our Client

This organisation is a well-established not-for-profit entity operating on a global scale. It is committed to delivering impactful programmes and initiatives across various regions. With a focus on excellence in operations, it offers a collaborative and professional environment.

Job Description

  • Lead and manage global payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness across all regions.
  • Ensure compliance with local tax laws and payroll regulations in all operating jurisdictions.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve payroll-related queries and discrepancies.
  • Develop and implement payroll policies and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Work closely with external payroll providers and ensure effective service delivery.
  • Provide regular payroll reports and analysis to support decision-making.
  • Assist in audits and ensure all payroll records are maintained accurately.
  • Stay updated on global payroll trends and legislative changes to ensure compliance.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior Global Payroll Manager should have:

  • A detail-oriented mindset and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
  • Professional payroll qualification such as CIPP (Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals) or equivalent.
  • Significant experience managing complex multi-country payroll operations, ideally across 40+ jurisdictions.
  • Demonstrated experience overseeing international payrolls through regional HR, third-party providers, including payroll bureaus, PEOs, and Employers of Record.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of payroll legislation, compliance requirements, and payroll best practices across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Extensive UK payroll experience, including strong knowledge of PAYE legislation, HMRC RTI submissions, and UK year-end requirements (P60s, P11Ds).
  • Proven experience leading and developing payroll teams, fostering a high-performing and collaborative team culture.
  • Experience working with global HRIS or payroll systems, ideally Workday.
  • Intermediate to expert user of Excel with strong attention to detail and a high level of data manipulation and reporting capability
  • Experience implementing and administering employee benefits and pension schemes, including private medical insurance, life assurance, vision care, cycle to work schemes, and enhanced sickness and parental benefits.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of payroll and benefit best practices and external regulatory requirements
  • Technical and analytical skills for application with payroll and benefits reporting
  • Understanding of financial processing, controls and compliance



What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary range of £80,000 to £90,000 per annum.
  • Flexible working arrangement with two days on-site.
  • Opportunity to work within a respected not-for-profit organisation.
  • Be part of a global team making a meaningful impact.
  • Professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment.



If you are an experienced Senior Global Payroll Manager looking for a permanent role in the not-for-profit industry, we encourage you to apply.

Contact
Daniel Page
Quote job ref
JN-032026-6973231
Phone number
+44 207 645 1416

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Payroll
Sector
Not For Profit
Location
England
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Daniel Page
Consultant phone
+44 207 645 1416
Job reference
JN-032026-6973231