EMEA Payroll Manager

Job descriptionEMEA Payroll Manager Lead a Multi-Country Payroll Transformation London Hybrid 6-Month FTCAre you an experienced payroll leader who thrives in complex multi-country environments This is a unique opportunity to join Projective Group and work on-site with one of our global banking clients taking ownership of the EMEA payroll function and playing a key role in their regional operations. Youll need proven hands-on experience managing payrolls across EMEA to succeed in this role.Youll ensure payroll runs smoothly and accurately for more than 500 employees across 10 countries working closely with senior stakeholders and making a direct impact on both day-to-day operations and future growth.What youll be doingLead and manage 11 monthly payrolls across 10 EMEA countries drawing on your in-depth regional knowledge to ensure accuracy timeliness and compliance. Partner with the clients payroll provider (TMF) and build strong relationships across Finance HR and senior leadership.Maintain a robust control framework ensuring payroll processes align with regulatory standards.Provide clear actionable payroll reporting and insights to support informed decision-making.Contribute to process improvement and transformation initiatives across the Finance function.Provide leadership and guidance within the payroll function including supporting the Payroll Associate and collaborating with wider Finance and HR teams to ensure operational excellence.Job requirementsWhat youll bringExtensive experience leading multi-country EMEA payroll operations ideally gained in complex regulated environments.Proven expertise managing complex payroll operations and leading teams.A recognised accounting qualification (e.g. ACCA CIMA ICAS or ICAEW).Strong analytical communication and stakeholder management skills.Advanced Excel skills and the ability to translate numbers into meaningful insight.A proactive solutions-focused mindset.Why this is a role with real impactYoull join Projective Group and work on-site with one of our clients a major global banking advisory firm stepping into a high-impact leadership role with visibility across senior stakeholders. This is an opportunity to lead and shape a complex multi-country EMEA payroll function ensuring best practice across multiple jurisdictions.For experienced payroll leaders this is an excellent platform to drive operational excellence influence transformation initiatives and gain exposure to strategic decision-making at a global level.This is a 6-month initialfixed-term contract with the potential for extension.Who are weAt Projective Group we partner with leading organisations to tackle their toughest challenges and deliver innovative solutions. Specialising in Insurance Transformation Data Risk & Compliance and Payments we help financial services businesses thrive in a rapidly evolving industry.Ready to take the next step Apply now and lets start the conversation.At Projective Group we celebrate diversity and inclusion. We welcome all candidates across all backgrounds ethnicities genders religions abilities and neurodivergent perspectives. Please let us know if you require any adjustments during the recruitment process.Keywords: EMEA Payroll Manager Payroll Lead Payroll Director Payroll Specialist Payroll Transformation EMEA Payroll International Payroll Global Payroll Multi-country Payroll Payroll Operations Payroll Compliance Payroll Governance Payroll Leadership Payroll Delivery Payroll Projects Finance Transformation Payroll Process Improvement Payroll Strategy Payroll Implementation Investment Banking Financial Services London Jobs Hybrid Jobs London Payroll Jobs London Payroll Contract FTC Fixed Term Contract Payroll Career Payroll Consultancy Projective GroupAll doneYour application has been successfully submittedOther jobsRequired Experience:Manager Key Skills Dayforce,Paychex,Payroll Management,Ceridian,Paylocity,SOX,Payroll,ADP,Kronos,Human Resources,JD Edwards,Workday Employment Type : Part-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 55000 - 60000