Senior Specialist International Payroll (all genders)

THE ROLE & THE TEAM

We are currently looking for a Senior Specialist International Payroll (all genders) to join our People Experience team, ensuring the timely, accurate, and compliant execution of multi-country payrolls.

Working with a small, but passionate team, you will have the scope and autonomy to implement initiatives regarding international payroll processes and procedures in accordance with local regulations. This role will also give specific focus to complex, high-touch topics such as equity, benefits, accounting and global mobility.

If you think you have what it takes, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every single requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this role.

INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN

If you think you have what it takes, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!

At Zalando, our vision is to be the leading pan-European ecosystem for fashion and lifestyle e-commerce – one that thrives on diversity and is truly inclusive by design. We believe that diverse teams fuel innovation and creativity, and we actively seek out talent from all backgrounds.

We actively seek to reduce bias in our hiring and employment processes, focusing on your qualifications, skills, and contributions. To support this, we kindly ask that you refrain from including personal details such as your photo, age, or marital status in your CV, ensuring a fair and equitable evaluation based solely on your abilities and potential.

We are committed to providing an exceptional and accessible candidate experience for everyone. If you require any accommodations to support you throughout the hiring process, please let us know – we are here to assist you.

Discover more about our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/our-culture/diversity-and-inclusion

• Oversee and manage payroll operations for multiple international entities, collaborating closely with external payroll vendors and ensuring seamless data exchange.

• Ensure 100% accuracy and timely delivery of all payrolls, adhering to local statutory regulations, tax, and social security compliance.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for managing and resolving employee and internal stakeholder payroll queries efficiently.

• Act as the reliable subject matter expert and contact person for cross-functional teams, including International People Services, P&O local teams, Finance and more.

• Provide direct support to Finance for payroll reporting, journal entries, account reconciliation, and external/internal audit queries.

• Maintain rigorous process documentation and ensure data accuracy and adherence to data protection regulations.

• Keep payroll policies current and draft new procedures if required by regulatory changes or internal business structure.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure excellent service delivery.

• Proactively identify and implement improvements to payroll systems and processes, ensuring seamless data flow between international teams and other stakeholders involved in the payroll process.

• Support the onboarding and mentoring of new team members, fostering a collaborative team culture.

• 3-5 years of practical, hands-on payroll experience, managing multi-country payroll operations, including using a third-party provider model

• Familiarity in Google Workspace tools (e.g., Sheets, Drive) and experience working with various payroll tools and systems (e.g., ADP Streamline, SAP, Workday)

• Ability to grasp complex issues, apply logical thinking, and resolve operational challenges while working proactively, independently, and with a strong sense of ownership

• Strong interpersonal skills, explaining complex issues at an understandable level

• Highly adaptable and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment that requires maintaining standards amid rapid change

• Strong proficiency in English (written and verbal communication)

Zalando provides a range of benefits, here’s an overview of what you can expect. Ask your Talent Acquisition Partner to learn more about what we offer.

• 27 days of holiday a year to start for full-time employees (+1 day for every calendar year up to 30 days)

• 2 paid volunteering days a year

• Hybrid working model with up to 60% remote per week, actual practice is up to each team to best support their collaboration

• Work from abroad for up to 30 working days a year

• Employee shares program

• 40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Lounge by Zalando, discounts from external partners

• Relocation assistance available (subject to prior agreement)

• Family services, including counseling and support

• Health and wellbeing options (including Wellhub, formerly Gympass)

• Mental health support and coaching available

• Drive your development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer review