HR Operations & Payroll Manager

Reporting into a senior People & Culture leader, you will lead a team of 6 direct reports and oversee key functions across payroll, employee systems and employee experience services. It is a VPS 6 contract role through to end of December 2026.

You will provide leadership across a diverse portfolio, including:

• Leading the payroll, employee services and employee experience functions
• Overseeing complex payroll matters and ensuring payroll processes and employment conditions are accurately maintained
• Managing employee systems and HR applications, including third-party support arrangements
• Ensuring workforce and establishment data is accurate and supports effective workforce planning
• Driving process improvement across people services and systems
• Providing high-quality advice on complex and sensitive employment-related matters

We are seeking an experienced people leader who can confidently operate in a complex and highly regulated environment. Ideally, you will bring:

• Previous experience leading payroll and employee services functions within a medium to large organisation
• Strong payroll oversight experience, including managing complex payroll issues and ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Demonstrated experience managing complex employee matters and providing sound advice on employment-related issues
• Strong leadership capability, with experience building, developing and managing high-performing teams
• Experience within government, the public sector or another highly regulated environment will be highly regarded

Apply now to secure an interview or contact Anita Fonseka at anita.fonseka@talentinternational.com