Payroll Manager

HireRight is the premier global background screening and workforce solutions provider. We bring clarity and confidence to vetting and hiring decisions through integrated, tailored solutions, driving a higher standard of accuracy in everything we do. Combining in-house talent, personalized services, and proprietary technology, we ensure the best candidate experience possible. PBSA accredited and based in Nashville, Tennessee, we offer expertise from our regional centers across 200 countries and territories in The Americas, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Our commitment to get it right every time, everywhere, makes us the trusted partner of businesses and organizations worldwide.

As a key leader in the payroll function, will oversee multi-country payroll operations, manage a growing payroll team, ensure compliance with local regulations, and act as the bridge between Payroll, HR, and Finance.

Payroll Operations & Compliance

• Oversee and manage end-to-end payroll processing across multiple EMEA countries, including Poland, UK, Dubai and Estonia ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
• Ensure payroll operations adhere to local labour laws, tax regulations, and statutory requirements across jurisdictions, particularly in the UK, Poland, Estonia, and Dubai.
• Act as the primary point of contact for payroll-related escalations, troubleshooting payroll discrepancies and errors efficiently.
• Continuously monitor, review, and update payroll processes to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
• Work closely with external payroll providers, ensuring service levels are met and issues are resolved promptly.
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of tax, social security, and pension contributions in each country.
• Lead payroll audits and compliance checks, ensuring all payroll-related data is processed in line with GDPR and company policies.

People & Team Leadership

• Directly manage a team of two payroll analysts (UK and EST) and provide a dotted-line leadership to the EMEA HR Services & Payroll Lead.
• Support hiring, onboarding, and training of new payroll team members, ensuring a high level of expertise within the team.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture, ensuring the team stays updated on payroll regulations, system improvements, and process efficiencies.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Management

• Work closely with HR Business Partners (HRBPs) to ensure payroll integrates seamlessly with HR functions, capturing exceptional transactions accurately.
• Partner with the Finance Team to ensure payroll data is aligned for reporting, forecasting, and budgeting, including cost centre allocations.
• Collaborate with regional payroll managers in APAC and the US to align global payroll practices, share best practices, and improve payroll operations worldwide.
• Provide clear and timely payroll reporting to senior management, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
• Work closely with the EMEA Benefits Manager to ensure accurate and timely processing of benefits-related payroll deductions and communications (e.g., pensions, healthcare, stock options).

Process Improvement & Systems Management

• Identify opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements within payroll processes.
• Partner with HRIS and payroll system vendors to enhance payroll technology and reporting capabilities.
• Support system integrations and payroll transitions related to mergers, acquisitions, or expansions in new EMEA locations.
• Implement controls and best practices to improve payroll accuracy, reduce manual errors, and enhance employee experience.

What do we offer

HireRight offers its employees a competitive salary, permanent contract and a comprehensive package of benefits. From day one you will receive a training plan to get you on board quickly.

Additionally, we offer:

• Employee Private Medical Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme
• Income Protection cover
• Right to Reward Scheme (Employee Discounts Program)
• Career Path & Opportunities to Grow
• Professional Training
• Flexible Benefits: Critical Illness; Dental Insurance

Please submit resume/CV in English.

All resumes are held in confidence. Only candidates whose profiles closely match requirements will be contacted during this search.

HireRight does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of HireRight and HireRight will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.