(Retail) Senior HR Operations & Payroll Specialist

SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE We are on a mission to drive and expand their global business and become the most iconic premium lifestyle brand. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior HR operations & payroll Specialist to join our EMEA HR team. This role will be responsible for managing complex HR operations and payroll processes across multiple European & UK, ensuring compliance with local regulations while maintaining operational excellence and employee satisfaction DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES HR Operations Oversee end-to-end HR operations across EMEA region, including employee lifecycle management from onboarding to offboarding (hiring, contract management, changes, terminations) Maintain accurate and secure employee records, documentation, and HR systems data in compliance with internal standards and data privacy regulations. Track attendance, absences, leave, and documentation related to sickness, maternity, holidays, and workplace accidents Manage HRIS systems and ensure data accuracy across multiple platforms Lead HR compliance initiatives in collaboration with their Legal team across various jurisdictions, staying current with local employment laws and regulations Coordinate with external partners to ensure consistent service delivery Conduct regular audits of HR and payroll processes Support organizational restructuring, mergers, and acquisitions from an HR operations perspective Payroll Management Oversee multi-country payroll processing for EMEA region, ensuring accuracy and timeliness Manage relationships with external payroll vendors and service providers Ensure compliance with local tax regulations, social security requirements, and statutory reporting Lead payroll system implementations and upgrades Resolve complex payroll queries and discrepancies Coordinate with their Finance teams for payroll accounting and reporting Manage year-end payroll processes including tax reporting and regulatory filings We regret to inform applicants that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Thank you for your understanding