Job Title
AVP, International Payroll
Job Description
We are seeking a seasoned AVP International Payroll to lead and optimise payroll operations across our global footprint, with a focus on AsiaPac and Europe. This role will ensure compliance with local regulations, harmonize payroll processes, and support the transition of payroll ownership from Finance to People Experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee end-to-end payroll operations across multiple countries, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
- Ensure compliance with local labor laws, tax regulations, and statutory reporting requirements.
- Partner with regional HR, Finance, and external vendors to manage payroll transitions and integrations.
- Lead the implementation and optimization of global payroll systems, including Workday integrations.
- Develop and maintain global payroll policies and procedures that align with enterprise-wide standards.
- Support audits and internal controls by maintaining accurate documentation and process transparency.
- Provide strategic input into global compensation and total rewards initiatives.
- Manage vendor relationships and service-level agreements for outsourced payroll services.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, HR, or related field; advanced degree or certifications (e.g., CPP, CIPP) preferred.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in international payroll management, preferably in a multinational environment.
- Deep understanding of payroll regulations and practices across Asia, Europe, and the South Pacific.
- Experience with Workday or similar global HRIS/payroll platforms.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects in a matrixed environment.
Preferred Attributes
- Experience supporting global HR transformation initiatives.
- Familiarity with global mobility and expatriate payroll.
- Ability to work across time zones and cultures with a collaborative mindset.
Working For Pacific Life Re
Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. Of course, we take our work seriously and we know our team can operate under great pressure. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes.
Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and well being initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events and overseeing volunteering opportunities.
Benefits (Only for Permanent and Fixed Term Employees)
Leave
25 days of annual leave with option to buy/sell more days
Adoption and fertility leave
Generous enhanced parental leave
Healthcare
Savings & Retirement
Wellness
Subsidized gym membership
Access to Employee Assistance Program
Cycle to Work and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Time off for volunteering
Charitable matching of employee donations
As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we will provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact us about your needs so that we can discuss these with you to make sure that suitable adjustments are made, where possible.
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