Global Payroll Manager (m/k/d)

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Mein Arbeitgeber
Hays is proud to be partnering with a globally recognized company to recruit a Global Payroll Manager for their Copenhagen office in Denmark. This is your opportunity to join a global team where payroll plays a critical role in supporting business operations across Denmark, EMEA and the US.

In this exciting role, you will lead payroll operations across multiple countries, work closely with senior stakeholders in HR and Finance, and help build scalable systems to support a dynamic, international workforce.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Global Payroll Manager to oversee and optimize payroll operations across our client’s network. This is a critical role that ensures payroll compliance, accuracy, and efficiency during a time of ambitious international expansion.You will work closely with our client’s HR, and Operational teams to design and implement scalable payroll processes that support the growth across multiple countries.

Key responsibilities include:

Payroll Management
• Oversee and manage end-to-end payroll operations across multiple countries
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly payroll processing in compliance with local regulations and internal policies
• Manage relationships with the payroll provider, ensuring SLA compliance and service quality
• Ensure statutory reporting, social security declarations, tax submissions, and audit processes are completed accurately and on time
• Own and maintain payroll calendars for all countries

Expansion & Compliance
• Support payroll setup for new countries Handle payroll-related tax queries, particularly in Denmark
• Collaborate with Legal and external advisors to ensure payroll compliance in new jurisdictions • Drive the selection and onboarding of new payroll providers as needed

Process Improvement & Systems
• Lead the standardization and optimization of payroll processes and documentation across all countries
• Partner with HRIS, Finance, and IT to improve data flow and automation between systems (e.g., HIRS, local payroll platforms)
• Monitor and implement best practices to support payroll scalability and efficiency

Leadership & Collaboration
• Act as the main point of contact for all payroll matters
• Provide training and guidance to local HR teams and management on payroll processes and timelines
• Work closely with Finance for payroll reconciliation, accruals, and audits
• Support internal and external audits, including statutory and tax audits

You will report directly to the Chief Human Resources Officer, who is based in Paris and work closely with the CFO, Finance team, HR team, and HR Advisors to manage payroll, budgeting, and compliance tasks. You will also partner with the legal team to ensure consistency in employee contracts and policies. We’re looking for a Global Payroll Manager, who has experience with global payroll platform. A self-driven and detail-oriented finance professional who thrives in an agile, fast-paced, international environment.

Your qualifications and experience should include:
• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, Business, or Economics
• 5+ years of experience in international payroll management, ideally in a multi-country, retail or fast-paced environment
• Hands-on experience with global payroll systems (Deel preferred)
• Strong understanding of EMEA and US payroll legislation
• Experience setting up payroll in new markets
• Proven ability to manage and evaluate third-party payroll providers
• Experience working with HRIS and payroll systems
• Fluent English: Danish is a strong plus
• Track record of managing payroll for 500–600+ employees

Personal skills should include:
• Structured, communicative, and approachable
• Naturally curious and eager to improve systems
• Calm, reliable, and service-minded
• Comfortable in changing environments with hybrid teams You will be at the heart of decision-making in a growing international organization and shape processes from the ground up with full ownership and autonomy.

Your package will include:
• Competitive salary
• 5% company paid pension & 2,5% employee mandatory contribution
• Health insurance
• Hybrid work model: 2 days from home / 3 days at the office
• A collaborative and people-first culture
• Autonomy to build and influence scalable processes
• Exposure across Finance, HR, and Legal functions

If you're ready to take the lead in global payroll operations and make a meaningful impact in an international setting, we want to hear from you.

Ihr Kontakt

Ansprechpartner
Ibadete Mamuti

Referenznummer
838196/1

Kontakt aufnehmen
E-Mail: ibadete.mamuti@hays.dk

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