• Lead a centralised payroll function in a complex and rewarding environment
• Be a key player in shaping payroll operations during a period of growth and transformation
• Work with a collaborative leadership team in a business that values accuracy, compliance, and service excellence

We’re seeking a highly capable APAC Payroll Manager to lead a high-performing, geographically dispersed team and oversee payroll operations across multiple entities, systems, and countries. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll guide a team of six, partner with senior leaders, and ensure compliant, accurate, and timely payroll delivery for a complex, multi-jurisdictional business.

The Company

Our client is a global, multi-faceted organisation with operations across APAC, Europe, and the Americas. Experiencing significant and sustained growth largely driven by strategic acquisitions the business is dynamic, forward-thinking, and committed to operational excellence. This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly expanding organisation at a pivotal time, where payroll is central to integration, compliance, and employee experience.

About the role

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 6 payroll professionals
• Manage payroll operations across Australia, New Zealand, and wider APAC regions
• Drive accuracy, compliance, and service excellence in payroll delivery
• Oversee multiple payroll systems and process improvements
• Integrate newly acquired businesses into payroll operations
• Partner closely with HR, Finance, and operational leaders on payroll strategy and execution
• Manage both in-house processing and third-party providers through BAU, system changes, and acquisitions

What you bring

• Proven ability to lead and execute payroll across multiple regions and systems
• Strong technical payroll expertise, including compliance in Australia, New Zealand, and APAC
• Experience in both strategic leadership and hands-on processing, reconciliation, and compliance
• Background managing payroll through growth, acquisitions, and system transitions
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Passion for continuous improvement, risk management, and operational excellence