Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
At Moody's, we unite the brightest minds to turn today’s risks into tomorrow’s opportunities. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be who they are—with the freedom to exchange ideas, think innovatively, and listen to each other and customers in meaningful ways. Moody’s is transforming how the world sees risk. As a global leader in ratings and integrated risk assessment, we’re advancing AI to move from insight to action—enabling intelligence that not only understands complexity but responds to it. We decode risk to unlock opportunity, helping our clients navigate uncertainty with clarity, speed, and confidence.
If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every single requirement, please apply! You still may be a great fit for this role or other open roles. We are seeking candidates who model our values: invest in every relationship, lead with curiosity, champion diverse perspectives, turn inputs into actions, and uphold trust through integrity.

As Payroll Manager, you will drive payroll excellence across APAC and EMEA by leading governance, compliance, operational improvements, vendor management, reporting, and strategic payroll initiatives that support business objectives and regulatory requirements. You will oversee payroll governance activities, monitor legislative changes, identify and mitigate risks, support audits, and lead continuous improvement and digital transformation initiatives. You will manage vendor relationships, serve as a key liaison across multiple functions, develop payroll reporting and insights, and provide regional payroll subject matter expertise. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to strategic payroll initiatives, process transformation, and continuous improvement efforts while embracing innovative technologies and responsible AI adoption.

About the Team
Our Global Payroll team delivers accurate, compliant, and efficient payroll services to employees across multiple jurisdictions worldwide. The team partners closely with People, Finance, Tax, Legal, Benefits, and Technology functions to ensure strong governance, operational excellence, and regulatory compliance. Joining this team means contributing to a growing global workforce supported by innovative technologies and a commitment to responsible AI use.

Experience
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, and multi-currency reconciliation
- Strong working knowledge of payroll and tax regulations, with broad familiarity of statutory payroll requirements across APAC and EMEA
- Proven experience in payroll governance, compliance, controls, risk management, and audit readiness within a multinational environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify risks, control gaps, and process improvement opportunities
- Experience managing global payroll providers and maintaining effective vendor governance and stakeholder relationships
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, country-specific deadlines, and complex projects independently in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across cultures, time zones, and cross-functional teams
- Demonstrated proficiency in artificial intelligence concepts, with hands-on experience using AI tools to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency
- Proven ability to implement AI-powered solutions to solve business challenges
- Awareness of AI risk management and commitment to responsible and ethical AI use

About you
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented professional who thrives in a dynamic, multinational environment. You should be able to lead cross-functional collaboration, drive continuous improvement, and embrace innovative technologies. Integrity, curiosity, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion are essential qualities.

Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
- Relevant payroll, finance, or compliance-related certifications are preferred