Job Description

Tikehau Capital is looking for a Global Head of Payroll and Operations who will be responsible for overseeing payroll management, personnel administration, and compensation processes across 17 countries.

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Responsibilities

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Global Payroll Management:

Oversee the collection, processing, and transmission of variable payroll elements across all countries; Ensure accuracy and compliance in pay slip control and post-payroll processing, in collaboration with accounting teams; Prepare year-end declarations and coordinate responses to auditors Monitor regulatory changes and ensure adherence to local payroll regulations and deadlines; Optimize payroll processes for security, efficiency, and cost reduction in each country; Manage relationships with local payroll service providers; Monitor payroll budgets and prepare comprehensive payroll-related reports; Handle group-level tax matters related to payroll.



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Operations & Personnel Administration:

Prepare employment contracts, amendments, and certificates for all employees; Serve as the primary point of contact for personnel administration within the HR team; Design and implement onboarding processes to ensure a seamless employee experience; Continuously optimize personnel administration processes and tools in each country; Maintain and update the HRIS, ensuring high data quality and integrity; Ensure compliance with and monitor employment legislation in all jurisdictions.



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Compensation Management:

Management of free share plans, including: Liaising with account managers, legal, and accounting teams; Maintaining and updating tracking tables for all compensation plans; Managing relationships with external tax advisors; Managing sell-to-cover transactions in collaboration with tax firms, payroll providers, and legal/finance teams.



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Team Leadership:

Lead and develop a team of 5 FTEs, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
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Profile

10+ years of proven experience in global payroll management and HR operations, ideally within a global environment Strong knowledge of international payroll regulations, tax matters, and HR compliance Expertise required in financial instruments declarations (Stock options, RSUs...) Experience with HRIS systems and process optimization Fluent English - French speaking language would be a plus Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills * Ability to manage complex projects and drive operational efficiency.