Payroll Process Expert - EMEA

At Informa, no two days and no two people are the same, and you'll find the freedom, opportunity and support of a fantastic community to make a real impact.

We're an international business that connects specialists with knowledge, helping them to learn more, know more and do more through live and on demand events, digital and data-driven services and academic research.

We are home to over 10,000 colleagues across 30 countries and are a member of the UK's FTSE 100 group of leading public companies.

In Global Support, we provide expert guidance and hands-on support to the Informa Group and Informa's many business teams. Across tech, finance, legal, corporate development, HR, communications, operations and many other areas, we work collaboratively and flexibly to help our brands serve their customers and help the company succeed.

At Informa, no two days and no two people are the same, and you'll find the freedom, opportunity and support of a fantastic community to make a real impact.

We're an international business that connects specialists with knowledge, helping them to learn more, know more and do more through live and on demand events, digital and data-driven services and academic research.

We are home to over 10,000 colleagues across 30 countries and are a member of the UK's FTSE 100 group of leading public companies.

In Global Support, we provide expert guidance and hands-on support to the Informa Group and Informa's many business teams. Across tech, finance, legal, corporate development, HR, communications, operations and many other areas, we work collaboratively and flexibly to help our brands serve their customers and help the company succeed.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of payroll processes across the EMEA region. As the Payroll Process Expert (GPE), you will focus on driving innovation, continuous improvement, and strategic projects to ensure payroll processes are modern, efficient, and aligned with the latest industry standards. Working alongside the Payroll Operations Manager, you will concentrate on process design, system integration, and stakeholder collaboration, rather than day-to-day payroll operations.

Reporting to the Regional Head of Payroll, this role offers the chance to make a significant impact by building and integrating new payroll processes, leveraging AI and automation technologies, and ensuring scalable solutions that meet the needs of a global organisation..

• Lead the design and implementation of modern, scalable payroll processes that embrace innovation and efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to leverage AI and automation technologies to streamline payroll workflows and reduce manual effort.
• Collaborate with internal teams to optimise end-to-end payroll processes, ensuring alignment with business needs and future scalability.
• Proactively troubleshoot process inefficiencies and implement solutions to drive continuous improvement.

• Play a key role in building and integrating new payroll systems, ensuring they are fit for purpose and aligned with the latest industry standards.
• Support the Regional Payroll Lead in delivering strategic payroll projects, including system implementations, transitions, and integrations.
• Assist in managing payroll-related aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and new country implementations, ensuring smooth transitions and compliance.
• Provide operational insights and recommendations to support decision-making and strategic planning.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including HR, Finance, and Benefits teams, to ensure payroll requirements are met.
• Collaborate with external payroll providers to maintain high service standards and address any operational challenges.
• Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, providing expert guidance on payroll processes and system capabilities.
• Provide regular updates to the Regional Payroll Lead on project progress, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.

• Ensure payroll processes comply with…