Job Description
International Payroll Manager | Multi-Country Payroll | UK & Europe
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Handle are partnering with a leading international retail and lifestyle brand to recruit an experienced International Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations across the UK, Europe and selected international markets.
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This is a key leadership role, reporting to the Director of Accounting, with responsibility for ensuring accurate, timely and compliant payroll across 14 countries, with scope to expand as the business grows.
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The opportunity:
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- Lead end-to-end international payroll operations.
- Manage and develop a team of payroll professionals.
- Oversee outsourced payroll providers, service delivery and compliance.
- Own payroll reconciliations, month-end and year-end close, and audit requirements.
- Partner closely with HR, Finance and global stakeholders.
- Drive automation, process improvement, controls and support international expansion.
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What we're looking for:
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- Proven experience leading payroll across multiple countries, ideally within retail, consumer goods or a multinational business.
- Strong knowledge of UK and European payroll legislation, employment taxes, pensions and statutory reporting.
- Experience managing third-party payroll providers and HR/payroll systems.
- Excellent leadership, stakeholder management and analytical skills.
- Advanced Excel skills; CIPP qualification desirable.
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This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on payroll leader who enjoys operating in a complex international environment and shaping scalable, efficient payroll processes.
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Interested, or know someone who could be a great fit? Please get in touch for a confidential conversation.
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Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds – we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
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