Associate Director – Payroll and HR admin services - Spain, Ireland or UK

Posted 24 March 2025
LocationBarcelona
Reference44530

Job description

Are you a strategic leader in payroll and HR administration looking to take the next step in your career? Our client is seeking an Associate Director – Payroll and HR Admin Services to join their team in Barcelona, Limerick, or the UK, operating in a hybrid work model.

In this senior-level role, you will lead international teams, drive operational excellence, and manage high-level client relationships across Europe and the USA. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the firm’s global growth while making a tangible impact in the payroll and HR services space.

About the company
Our client is a global leader in payroll, human capital management, and financial solutions, blending technology with human expertise to support businesses worldwide. With decades of experience and a strong team, they offer rewarding careers, continuous learning, and growth opportunities.

What will you do?

  • Develop and execute strategic initiatives for payroll and HR admin services in Europe and the USA

  • Foster a culture of operational excellence and collaboration across offices

  • Manage P&L for the service line in coordination with finance and leadership

  • Lead delivery of payroll and HR services for international clients, acting as a trusted advisor

  • Oversee compliance with local regulations, including tax and social security requirements

  • Guide internal and external teams on best practices and ensure service quality

  • Recruit, mentor, and develop high-performing team members

  • Collaborate with the Growth team to identify and pursue new business opportunities

  • Represent the company at industry events and client meetings

Candidate profile

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field

  • Additional qualifications in payroll or HR admin preferred

  • 10+ years of payroll and HR services experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role

  • Strong background in international professional services

  • Deep knowledge of payroll laws in at least one of: Ireland, UK, or Spain

  • Skilled in payroll software and HRM systems

  • Proven leadership in fast-paced, compliance-heavy environments

  • Project management experience with process automation

  • Strong communicator with a problem-solving mindset

  • Experience in multicultural and cross-functional teams

  • Tech-savvy with a focus on innovation in HR and finance

Employer offers

  • Key role in global payroll and HR services expansion

  • Exciting projects with international client base

  • Professional development and career advancement opportunities

  • Competitive salary package with bonus and benefits

  • Hybrid working model with flexibility

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