Senior Payroll Manager

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Convatec · Lisbon, Portugal

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We are looking for a Senior Manager - Payroll to lead and evolve our payroll operations across the Americas. This is a high-impact leadership role, where you will ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll delivery while driving transformation, governance, and continuous improvement across the function. You will partner closely with HR, Finance, and external providers, playing a key role in strengthening payroll operations and supporting strategic decision-making across the region.

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12+ years of experience across payroll, HR, finance, or tax compliance

Strong experience managing multi-country payroll operations across LATAM and the US

Proven leadership experience managing teams and stakeholders

Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance across the Americas

Experience working with external payroll providers and vendor management

Ability to operate in a global, matrixed environment

Fluent English Level

Experience in shared services environments

Exposure to payroll transformation or system implementations

Background in manufacturing or regulated industries

Experience with payroll systems such as ADP, SAP, Workday

Key Skills

Strong leadership and stakeholder management

Strategic mindset with ability to execute

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to manage complexity and ambiguity

Strong communication skills across multiple levels

Change management and continuous improvement mindset

Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Payroll certification (e.g., CIPP) is a plus

Why Join Us?

Competitive compensation and benefits

Hybrid and flexible working model

Opportunity to lead a regional, high-visibility function

Exposure to global stakeholders and transformation initiatives

A collaborative culture where you can grow and make an impact

Ready to join us?

At Convatec, we're pioneering trusted medical solutions to improve the lives we touch. If you're ready to make a real impact, apply today and help us bring our Forever Caring promise to life.

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