Payroll Team Lead

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Michael Page Australia Full time
  • 4 days WFH, 1 day in the office (free parking)
  • Strategic leadership and continuous improvement focus

About Our Client

This is a business where culture isn't just a buzzword - it's embedded in everything they do. With multiple payroll teams across the country, they're embarking on an exciting transformation journey to unify and future-proof their payroll operations. Our client is looking for a passionate leader who is able to bring their team along the change management journey. You'll be joining a collaborative, people-first environment that offers:

  • 4 days WFH, 1 day in the office
  • Supportive leadership - with a strong focus on well-being and professional growth, with significant opportunity for internal career progression
  • Outstanding culture - inclusive, innovative, and values-driven
  • Highly competitive remuneration and employee benefits on offer

Job Description

As Payroll Team Lead, you'll be responsible for leading a high-performing team within a complex, high-volume payroll environment. But this is more than just leadership - it's about driving change.

You'll work closely with the National Payroll Manager and other Team Leads to streamline payroll processes across the group, build out robust documentation, and help create a consistent, scalable payroll function that's fit for the future.

  • Lead and mentor a team of payroll professionals to deliver accurate, timely payroll services
  • Drive change management initiatives to align payroll processes across multiple teams
  • Develop and implement standardised procedures and documentation
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and deliver process improvements
  • Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and internal policies
  • Champion a positive, inclusive team culture

The Successful Applicant

  • Proven experience in payroll leadership within a large, complex organisation
  • Demonstrated success in leading change and process improvement initiatives
  • Ability to bring their team along the change journey - explain the why, leverage off their skills etc.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • A proactive, solutions-focused mindset

What's on Offer

  • 4 days WFH, 1 day in the office (free parking)
  • Strategic role focused on leadership and change management
  • Excellent remuneration and employee benefits
  • Significant opportunity for internal career progression
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