European Payroll Manager - James Gray Associates : Job Details

• Managing large payroll team
• Overseeing European payroll operations
• Great culture!

Join as a European Payroll Manager and take the reins of multi-country payroll operations in a high-growth, high-impact role. This is your chance to lead a talented team, optimise processes, and make a real difference across 10 European countries.Location: Hybrid – 3 days/week at our HQ in BirminghamContract: Permanent | Full-time  What You’ll Be DoingOwn payroll across 10 countries:�?�? Austria | �?�? Czech Republic | �?�? Germany | �?�? Hungary | �?�? Italy | �?�? Netherlands | �?�? Poland | �?�? Portugal | �?�? Spain | �?�? Switzerland

• Run payroll operations with precision, ensuring accuracy and legal compliance in every country
• Lead & develop a team of Payroll Specialists—coaching, supporting, and driving performance
• Improve and streamline processes, identifying opportunities for automation and efficiency
• Collaborate with HR, Finance & external vendors to resolve queries and enhance the payroll experience
• Leverage payroll systems (Workday & ADP preferred) to drive data accuracy and regulatory compliance

What We’re Looking For

• 5–7 years of payroll experience across multiple European countries
• Hands-on expertise with Workday, ADP, or similar HCM/payroll platforms
• A deep understanding of European payroll legislation
• Strong Excel skills and a sharp eye for detail
• A problem-solving mindset, proactive and unflappable in a fast-paced environment
• Confident leadership skills—you enjoy developing people and building high-performing teams

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