Associate director – hr admin services and payroll

Associate Director – HR Admin Services and Payroll


Associate Director – HR Admin Services and Payroll

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We are looking for an experienced and commercially driven Associate Director – Payroll and HR Admin Services to join our client’s global team.

This senior leadership position demands a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in management, complemented by demonstrable international exposure. The ideal candidate will be highly hands-on, engaging directly with external clients on a daily basis and fostering strong, trusted client relationships.

What will you do?

Strategic Leadership:

* Develop and execute growth strategies for Payroll and HR Admin services across Europe and the USA.
* Foster a culture of innovation and teamwork across international offices.
* Manage the service line’s profit and loss in collaboration with finance and partners.

Client Management:

* Deliver top-tier payroll and HR admin services to international clients.
* Maintain daily interaction with clients as their trusted advisor on payroll and HR matters.
* Act as the primary contact for client inquiries across multiple jurisdictions.

Operational Excellence:

* Lead a cross-border team ensuring compliant and seamless payroll processing.
* Ensure compliance with local payroll tax and social security regulations.
* Implement operational standards internally and with partner firms where no in-house presence exists.

Team Development:

* Mentor and develop team members to foster growth and knowledge-sharing.
* Recruit and retain top talent for the service line.

Business Development:

* Collaborate with Growth to pursue new business aligned with strategic goals.
* Represent the company at industry events and networking opportunities.

Candidate Profile

Experience & Qualifications:

* Minimum 10 years HR admin services/payroll, with at least 5 years in management roles.
* Proven international experience in professional services environments.
* Commercially driven with a track record of managing client relationships hands-on.
* Knowledge of payroll and HR admin, particularly in Spain, Ireland, or the UK.
* Expertise in payroll software and HRM systems.
* Strong leadership skills in high-compliance, fast-paced environments.
* Excellent communication skills in English.
* Ability to work closely with accounting and cross-functional teams.
* Familiarity with technology-driven financial solutions is a plus.

Why Join Our Client?

* Be part of a global, forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence.
* Work with a diverse international client base.
* Enjoy professional growth opportunities and competitive compensation.
* Flexible hybrid working model.

About Us

Worldwiders is a global B2B-oriented recruitment company that specializes in executive search and specialist recruitment worldwide. Since our journey began in 2016, we have become the go-to partner for tailor-made recruitment solutions, connecting top talent with prestigious opportunities across the globe. With a proven track record of over 5000 successful placements and 400+ satisfied partners in 40+ countries, our expertise ensures that we match each talent and company with the best opportunities to drive career growth and organizational success.

To cater to specific markets and meet the diverse needs of industries and roles across the globe, we operate through a diverse portfolio of five specialized brands: Nordic Jobs Worldwide, Multilingual Jobs Worldwide, Asian Jobs Worldwide, IT Jobs Worldwide, and our dedicated Executive Search brand. Each brand is uniquely designed to focus on particular markets, ensuring comprehensive and customized recruitment solutions. Contact us today to explore how we can elevate your career or support your recruitment needs.


Seniority level

* Seniority level

Associate


Employment type

* Employment type

Full-time


Job function

* Job function

Human Resources and Management
* Industries

Human Resources Services

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