Are you a seasoned payroll professional with a passion for optimising processes in a dynamic, multisite global organisation? We are looking for an experienced Payroll and Benefits Manager to oversee our clients operations across the EMEA region, based in Bracknell. About the Role: As the Payroll and Benefits Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate and compliant payroll administration across multiple countries. Your strategic vision will help enhance payroll processes and employee benefits programs, making a real difference in the lives of the workforce. Key Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end payroll processing for various EMEA countries, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Collaborate with external payroll providers to validate inputs, including salaries and benefits. Identify and implement process improvements for payroll and benefits operations. Handle payroll-related inquiries and resolve issues from employees across the region. Stay updated on changes in payroll legislation and compliance requirements. Support year-end payroll processes, including tax statements and compliance reports. Oversee the administration of company benefits, managing renewals and employee queries and identifying improvement areas and new potential benefits for employees Present to US senior leadership on ideas for Reward and Benefits across the EMEA region Scope out areas for process improvement and bring new ideas to the Senior HR Manager Liaise with auditors and tax authorities for payroll audits and compliance checks. Key Relationships: Senior Manager, Human Resources – EMEA Human Resources and Payroll Teams at the Commercial Office Finance Team - UK Benefits Providers and Intermediaries Employees across UK and EMEA What You Bring: A minimum of 5 years of experience in payroll and benefits, with at least 3 years in a managerial role. Strong knowledge of payroll and expenses systems; experience with ADP and/or SAP Concur is a plus. Proficiency in Excel particularly manual calculations, creation of pivot tables and Vlookups Up to date payroll legislation, principles, and regulations knowledge. A commitment to accuracy, problem-solving, and organizational excellence. The company? This is your chance to join a vibrant organisation that works with some of the biggest names across the world. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are ready to lead payroll and benefits initiatives that impact employees across the EMEA region, we want to hear from you Apply Today If you feel you meet most of these criteria, don’t hesitate to apply.