HR Operations & Payroll Advisor
Contract
Company Description Meet Unit4. With over 40 years of heritage, we're an agile, fast growing, Cloud company that is on a mission to redefine Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) for mid-market people-centric organisations.With our innovative, self-driving, adaptive and intuitive software, our customers can spend more time on meaningful high-value work.At the heart of what we do lies a simple yet profound purpose: Improve how people work by focusing on what truly matters. - A powerful statement that enables different priorities for different people.We're shaping how work should feel, and we empower our people by providing them with the right tools to achieve the autonomy they need - it"s what makes us unique.
Job Description The People Experience Advisory (PXA) team supports around 2,300 employees across 22 countries and 28 legal entities - managing payroll, HR operations, compliance, and employee lifecycle for a genuinely global workforce.We are hiring a HR Ops & Payroll Advisor (12-month contract). You"ll manage payroll inputs and outputs with our external vendors, handle statutory compliance, and own the HR operations side of the employee lifecycle for your regions.What you"ll own:Manage end-to-end payroll inputs and outputs for at least 3 regions in partnership with our external payroll vendorsOwn input validation, GTN analysis, reconciliations, and post-payroll checks for your regionsAnalyse and action correspondence from government and tax authorities Manage statutory filings and compliance deadlines across both regionsIdentify, escalate, and follow through on vendor errors; manage corrections and off-cycle runs as neededMonitor and flag legislative changes that impact payroll processingOwn the employee lifecycle for your regions: employment contracts, amendments, onboarding documentation, promotions, time and attendance, and offboardingMaintain accurate HR data in the HRIS across all employee changesHandle employee and manager requests via our ServiceNow case management platform within agreed SLAsEnsure HR compliance with local employment law requirementsPartner with Local People Experience Consultants on people processes and employee experience mattersSupport cross-training and knowledge-sharing initiatives Maintain and improve SOPs, process documentation, and the knowledge baseUse AI tools as part of your day-to-day - we actively encourage it and track the impact
Qualifications Experience2-4 years in Payroll, HR, or bothMulti-country or multi-entity HR and payroll experienceEmployee lifecycle processes: onboarding, job changes, offboarding, time & attendanceExposure to statutory filings or government compliance in at least one jurisdictionUsed to working with SLAs and case/query managementSystems & toolsEnterprise HRIS proficiency (Unit4, Workday, SAP, or similar)Comfortable in payroll platforms - understands input/output logicComfortable with ticketing toolsProficient in Excel or quick learnerAble to write clear SOPs and process documentationActively uses AI tools in daily workSoft skillsKnows when to solve and when to escalate Stays steady under pressure Resilient through change Works independently once up to speed Professional but warm Communicates with clarity Organised and self-directed Genuinely excited about AI Thinks beyond the task Embraces change as the default LanguagesEnglish C1 or C2 - non-negotiableFrench - strong advantage, will be weighted in selectionAny portfolio language is a nice-to-have (Spanish, Polish, German, etc)
Additional Information Join Unit4, and not only will you be part of one of the most exciting journeys in the Cloud ERP software space, but you can also shape your career, your way. We are founded on trust, ambition, and wellbeing. These three principles guide us in creating a people-centric environment, which means providing the right tools for our teams to achieve their best work. We know how you work best is personal, we invest in ownership and flexibility allowing you to create a work-life fusion that suits you.With us, you can thrive by nurturing your curiosity, we empower you with the autonomy to make an impact and foster a high-performance mindset.You'll be surrounded by a team that supports your authentic self and celebrates your uniqueness. We work together, we win together.This. - This is how work should feel. What we offera culture built on trust and accountability - giving you the freedom and autonomy to be successful and make an impact,balance - with our Flexible Leave Paid Time Off policy, remote working opportunities, Global Wellbeing Days, and other great benefitsGrowth opportunities - we provide the tools and guidance required so that you can focus on what really matters to you and, ultimately, achieve your best worktalented colleagues, role models and mentors - work, learn and be inspired by some of the best talent in the software industry,a commitment to sustainability - with initiatives such as our Environmental, Social, and Governance strategy and Act4Good program,a safe and inclusive working environment - supported by our Employee Resource Groups, which are open to all. Our commitment to equityUnit4 is committed to ensuring equal opportunity for everyone - Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages and celebrates the diversity of our employees. We consider all candidates on their ability to do the job required and welcome the unique contributions each individual can bring to Unit4. We know that diversity of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, educational background, national origin, religion, and physical ability brings fresh perspectives, ideas, and solutions to our company. This is the essence of our culture. We also welcome and encourage people who are pregnant and/or parents-to-be to apply. That's why we make our hiring decisions solely based on skills, qualifications, and our current business needs.Salary range: 24,255 - 26,441 EUR
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