The Regional HR/Payroll Operations Manager will be responsible for the successful execution of HR and Payroll Operational processes and activities for Spain, Portugal, Italy and France. Responsible for setting priorities for the payroll team and to ensure that all established service levels are maintained for FMC employees. Collaborate with business partners, Finance and internal HR colleagues to continually improve the operations and efficiency of the department. Create a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence, ensuring that core HR processes are delivered efficiently, consistently and compliantly - ensuring excellent value for money and a great employee experience.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Educated to degree level, with a professional HR or Payroll qualification
Minimum of 10 years payroll/HR related experience
5+ years’ supervisory experience of multi-country teams
Strong knowledge of HR and payroll concepts and processes.
Experience in HR management positions, managing teams in a fast-paced, multi-site/location environment with a large direct workforce, ideally in healthcare
Experience of working in a complex matrix environment (cross functionally and cross culturally).
Demonstrate ability to foster, and drive a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement
Able to work deadlines in a calm and organized manner and to deliver under pressure
Excellent time management skills with the ability to multi-task and reprioritize tasks when necessary
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Able to build strong relationships both internally and externally
Strong process and improvement mindset, constantly seeking to improve and develop processes
High levels of personal commitment
Proven ability to identify problems and take initiative to implement corrective action.
Ability to continuously think of ways to perform job duties more efficiently and effectively.
Exceptional communication, organizational, customer service, interpersonal and analytical skills.
Experience in a high volume and multifaceted environment is required with the ability to meet deadlines.
Strong focus on controls and adherence to all established policies and procedures.
Position requires a thorough understanding of the daily activities of the processing team to provide assistance and direction. Incumbent must be able to fulfill the job duties of the Payroll Supervisors as needed
Experience with project management and implementing HR Systems
Ability to analyze data and generate insight, which is then deployed to drive positive change
Confident in influencing and managing senior stakeholders in a complex matrix environment
Experience of Managing benefits and liaising with external 3rd party providers to resolve issues
Knowledge of social legislation and taxes
Proficiency in Payroll systems
Proficiency in HRIS systems, preferably WorkDay
MS Office & Teams
Spoken and written English (C1 or C2 level)