Payroll and Reward Operations Manager
|Glasgow* |Hybrid (50/50 split) |£70,000–£75,000 + excellent benefits|
The Opportunity:
Our client, a global organisation with operations across multiple regions, is seeking a Manager to join their UK Reward team. This is a key leadership role, responsible for driving operational excellence across payroll, benefits, compliance, and reward initiatives, while leading a team of three.
The position offers the chance to work closely with international colleagues and senior stakeholders, as well as to manage high-profile third-party provider relationships. It’s an excellent opportunity for a reward professional looking to take the next step in a complex, global environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee employee tax and compliance, supporting audits and risk assurance processes.
- Manage key third-party providers including ADP, Mercer, and share/insurance benefit partners, with the confidence to influence at senior levels.
- Lead and develop a team of three, ensuring the delivery of accurate, compliant, and timely payroll.
- Drive continuous improvement, digitalisation, and best practice within reward operations.
- Manage recognition plans with a group-wide approach.
- Partner closely with Finance, HR, and international Reward Managers to ensure global alignment.
What we’re looking for:
- Strong technical expertise in employee tax, compliance, and service management.
- Proven experience managing complex vendor relationships, particularly ADP and Mercer.
- Experience with benefits management, incentive schemes, and recognition programmes.
- Line management experience, with the ability to lead and inspire a team.
- International exposure and the versatility to work across different markets.
- Personal qualities: resilience, adaptability, and strong stakeholder management skills.
Why apply?
This role offers the chance to work in a complex, international environment, managing a wide remit across payroll, benefits, shares, and recognition. You’ll have exposure to senior stakeholders, global projects, and the opportunity to influence best practice across multiple regions. You’ll also be joining a collaborative team that supports one another and shares responsibilities, within an organisation that genuinely values professional development and career growth.
Package & Benefits:
- Salary circa £70,000–£75,000
- 15% target bonus
- Free share award
- Private Medical Insurance
- Product allowance
- 8x life assurance
If this role has piqued your interest, please apply today with an up to date CV.
