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Impact of this role

Executive, Payroll, EMEAC ensures that corporate associates across the Netherlands, United Kingdom, and United Arab Emirates are paid accurately, on time and in line with local regulations. By coordinating with external payroll providers, maintaining precise records, and keeping ahead of compliance changes, this role protects the company from financial and reputational risk. Even on a part-time basis, the impact of this role is profound - it underpins operational stability, strengthens our culture of excellence, and ensures corporate associates feel valued and supported across three regions.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Operation

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for employees in the Netherlands, UK, and UAE.
• Liaise with external payroll vendors and ensure SLAs and compliance standards are met.
• Validate payroll inputs including new hires, terminations, bonuses, and deductions.
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of payroll data and approvals.

Compliance & Governance

• Stay up-to-date with local labor laws, tax regulations, and statutory requirements.
• Ensure payroll processes are compliant with GDPR and internal audit standards.
• Support internal and external audits related to payroll.

Reporting & Analytics

• Prepare monthly payroll reports for Finance.
• Monitor payroll costs and identify trends or anomalies.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes with payroll data.

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to streamline payroll processes and enhance automation.
• Collaborate with HRIS and Finance teams to improve data accuracy and integration.

Associate Experience

• Act as a point of contact for payroll-related queries from associates.
• Ensure a high level of service and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.

Critical Skills & Qualification

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2+ years of payroll experience across several countries, preferably including NL, UK, and UAE.
• Strong knowledge of local payroll legislation and statutory reporting requirements.
• Experience with international HRIS / payroll systems and vendors.
• Excellent communication skills in English; Dutch is a plus.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• A proactive and positive attitude with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Passion for hospitality and a people-first mindset.