Payroll Manager

About the role

H&M Group is a global company of strong fashion brands and ventures. Our goal is to prove that there is no compromise between exceptional design, affordable prices, and sustainable solutions. We want to liberate fashion for the many, and our customers are at the heart of every decision we make. We are made up of thousands of passionate and talented colleagues united by our shared culture and values. Together, we want to use our power, our scale, and our knowledge to push the fashion industry towards a more inclusive and sustainable future. WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING HERE At H&M Group, we are proud to be a vibrant and welcoming company. We offer our employees attractive benefits with extensive development opportunities around the globe. More specifically, we offer: 25% staff discount for you and one family member across all H&M Group brands - in stores and online (H&M, COS, Weekday, Monki, H&M HOME, & Other Stories, ARKET). Working mode: 4 days from office / 1 day flexible. Meal Allowance - Receive a meal allowance of 90 Kč for each working day, included in your salary. H&M HIP incentive program. Relaxing Days - 2 additional days off in your first year and 4 days annually after your first year with us. Referral bonus for recommending externally hired colleagues. Co-financed access to either a Multisport Card. Occasional coupons and bonuses throughout the year. Extra Annual Leave - 1 additional vacation day after 6 months of employment. Additional day off (jubilee). Educational Learning Studio platform, including LinkedIn Learning. Structured year-round development process with goal setting, performance evaluation, and achievement review. Career opportunities, with 70% of our recruitment processes filled through internal promotions. JOIN US Our uniqueness comes from a combination of many things - our inclusive and collaborative culture, our strong values, and opportunities for growth. But most of all, it's our people who make us who we are. This is a full-time position, based in Prague, Czech Republic. The Payroll Manager reports to the People Manager. Apply by sending in your CV in English as soon as

Responsibilities

• You will:
• Secure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll execution across CZ, SK, HU, and RO, in close collaboration with outsourced payroll providers.
• Oversee all payroll processes related to employee lifecycle events.
• Maintain strong compliance with local authorities and act as a key point of contact for payroll‑related matters.
• Drive continuous improvement, standardization, and harmonization of payroll processes across Sales Market.
• Act as a trusted payroll advisor and subject‑matter expert, partnering with Sales Market leaders to provide guidance on payroll, labor law, and statutory topics.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high‑performing payroll team, ensuring clear direction, role clarity, and capability growth across all markets.
• Set priorities, enable cross‑functional collaboration, and support teams in problem‑solving, knowledge sharing, and delivering customer‑centric payroll services.
• WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH
• You will collaborate closely with payroll specialists, external payroll providers, accounting teams, store management, and Sales Market functions. Together, you will ensure seamless payroll operations and high‑quality service delivery across all countries in scope.

Requirements

• We are looking for people with...
• Strong knowledge of labor law and payroll regulations.
• Proven experience in payroll roles (mandatory), preferably in a multi‑country or retail environment.
• 3+ years of leadership experience, including people development and performance management.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with high attention to detail.
• Very good English (spoken and written) - mandatory;
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• And people who are...
• Passionate about payroll, labor law, and delivering compliant, employee‑first payroll services.
• Confident leaders who set direction, motivate teams, and drive high performance.
• Skilled in planning, organizing, prioritizing, and managing complexity across multiple countries.
• Excellent communicators with strong interpersonal and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Adaptable, with a positive mindset toward change and continuous learning.

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