Global Process Owner - Payroll

Global Process Owner – Payroll Because we strive to put people first. Culture, our way. Payroll at Primark Whats a career at Primark all about? The positive impact youre making, the experiences youre having and the people youre with. Youre our inspiration. Embrace what sets you apart, own your career and develop in ways you never expected. Leave your mark. And do it your way. What Youll Get People are at the heart of what we do here, so its essential we provide you with the right environment to perform at your very best Lets talk lifestyle: Healthcare, pension, and potential bonus. 27 days of leave, plus bank holidays and if you want, you can buy 5 more. Because Primark is all about tailoring to you, we offer Tax Saver Tickets, fitness centre, and a subsidised cafeteria. What Youll Do as a Global Process Owner – PayrollIn your role, you will be responsible for the design, adoption and maintenance of Global Payroll Process. Youll collaborate with different people across a range of skillsets. Heres a flavour of your day-to-day: Design, Embed and continually improve standard payroll processes with effective controlsEngage and Partner with stakeholders across the Employee Pay cycle to ensure alignment and seamless transfer to and from the Payroll ProcessDefines and maintains the process and control standards documentation, including building process level controls and any other controls to ensure strong internal controls environment.Responsible for Payroll RACMsResponsible for reviewing operational controls against SOX requirements.Oversee audits and exploratory sessions of the operational payroll process and statutory requirements.SME for Primarks global payroll processes, building strong relationships with market teams and stakeholdersStandardisation and optimisation of global payroll processesOptimisation and standardisation of global governanceInfluence payroll partner strategy, ensuring our partners meet global process requirements.Promote best-practice globallySME input and approval for global change, the payroll eyes in cross-functional BAU and project changeEnsure adherence to global standards, keeping markets aligned to global process design.Maintain a holistic view of change across all marketsRepresent payroll globally on regular change forums and steercosWhat Youll Bring Here at Primark, we want everyone to feel valued – so please bring your authentic self to work, of course with some other key experience and abilities for this role in particular: 10+ years Global payroll experience 7+ People management experienceHands-on approach to problem solving.Excellent Knowledge of GDPR and all Payroll related data compliance requirementsDemonstrable experience of working to deadlines and performing duties under pressure. Microsoft Excel knowledge to at least Intermediate level.Ability to see through tasks fully with minimal support ensuring team is kept on board and fully informed.Strong analytical ability and excellent communication skills. Payroll ExpertExcellent leadership and communication skills including people management.Ability to influence and establish positive cross-functional working relationships across the businessExperience in managing multiple vendor relationships and resolving issuesAnalytical skills-Able to define problems, identify and recommend solutionsProject management and delivery experience.Exposure to SOX Does this sound like you? Great, because we cant wait to see what youll bring. Youll be supported within a team of equally capable people, celebrating who you are and aiding you reach your potential. At Primark, were excited about our future - and were excited to develop yours. About Primark At Primark, people matter. Theyre the beating heart of our business and the reason weve grown from our first store in Dublin in 1969 to a £9bn+ turnover business and over 80,000 colleagues and over 440 stores in 17 countries today. Our values run through everything we do. In essence, we're Caring and always strive to put people first. We're also Dynamic, bravely pushing the boundaries to stay ahead. And finally, we succeed Together. If you need any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request, during your recruitment journey, such as extended time or breaks between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, mobility access, or assistive technology please contact your talent acquisition specialist. All offers of employment are subject to background checks, including right to work, reference education and for some roles criminal, and financial checks. If you have any concerns, please reach out to our talent acquisition team to discuss. 141489BR