Senior Payroll Manager – EMEA (all genders)

Your role

To support our international and national growth, we are looking for a Senior Payroll Manager – EMEA (all genders). In this role, you will take ownership of the entire payroll function for Germany as well as the international payroll expansion across the EMEA region (focus: DACH, France, Netherlands, Switzerland, UK). You will build scalable, automated payroll and benefits structures for a fast-growing international setup and act as a key interface between systems, providers, and internal stakeholders.

• In collaboration with external payroll providers, you will manage payroll for Germany, Austria, and France, ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll, including all compensation models across the entire EMEA region
• You will drive payroll-related expansion into new European markets and implement scalable payroll structures, including the integration and management of Employer-of-Record models and external payroll providers
• You will act as the central point of contact for external payroll offices, international payroll providers, authorities, and social security institutions
• You will be responsible for setting up and continuously optimizing payroll-related processes in Personio, as well as integrations with DATEV and other systems in collaboration with People Operations – proactively driving standardization, automation, and clean data flows
• You will advise employees and managers and act as a strategic sparring partner for our Lead People and CPO on all payroll and expansion topics
• You will ensure compliance with all local tax and social security regulations, conduct regular payroll reconciliations, and maintain accurate reporting across People, Finance, and external providers
• You will support the strategic development and operational implementation of a clear national and international benefits structure

Your profile

• You have at least 5 years of experience in German payroll, including at least one year in multi-country setups – ideally with experience in building national or international compensation & benefits structures
• You thrive in a fast-growing company and take full end-to-end ownership of your area – from operational execution to strategic development
• You have strong expertise in German wage tax and social security law, and are experienced in working with authorities, Employer of Record / EoR models, and external national and international payroll providers
• You have strong experience with HRIS systems, especially Personio, as well as integrations with DATEV or comparable payroll systems
• You think in processes and actively drive standardization, with a deep understanding of employee self-service solutions and high data quality in HR systems
• You critically assess existing processes and proactively drive continuous improvements
• You communicate clearly and reliably across all levels, and your work style is characterized by thorough and transparent documentation
• You are fluent in German and English and can work at least 34 hours per week, including several days from our office

What we offer

• An appealing discount on all of our products – from essential oils to vitamins & nutrients
• The Urban Sports Club membership, Swapfiets bike rental and a subsidy for the BVG ticket
• Your career is unique. That’s why we offer the opportunity for tailored Learning & Development as well as (Leadership) Coaching programs, designed to support your personal professional journey on an individual basis
• We offer 28 days of paid time off per year plus up to 5 days off between Christmas and New Year
• Enjoy a little joy every month with our ‘Product of the Month’ and celebrate your birthday with an exclusive birthday gift
• We believe great things happen when we meet in person, which is why we embrace a hybrid model with one home office day per week – up to two depending on the area you are working in – and up to two weeks per year working from abroad
• Receive various discounts of up to more than 50 percent on attractive brands such as Flaconi, Bosch, Apple or Expedia
• You will be given real ownership and plenty of room for new initiatives, as well as the opportunity to contribute your expertise and implement your great ideas
• Inviting office spaces with access to plenty of organic teas and superfoods from around the world
• We like to celebrate each other! Regular tea & office parties, Christmas and summer feasts and various influencer events such as Women's Day