Head of Payroll (Group Payroll Manager) at Servest SA

Job Context    

• Servest is a world class business which is innovative and a leader in the Integrated Facilities Management Industry. The company offers an innovative environment that will accelerate your development and skills, as the highest value is placed on attracting top talent to the organisation.
• The Head Payroll will provide strategic leadership and oversight of payroll functions across all business units of the company, ensuring standardization, compliance, and optimization of payroll processes Group-wide.

Minimum Requirements    

• Matric
• Minimum 10+ years progressive experience in payroll management.
• Previous experience managing payroll across multiple business units or regions.
• Advanced knowledge of payroll legislation and best practices.
• Strong experience with enterprise-level payroll systems and integrations.
• Financial/accounting qualification advantageous.
• Experience as a Payroll Manager overseeing multiple teams.
• Lead the Payroll team to effectively deliver the Group Payroll as per agreements.
• Enhance the collaboration and culture within the Payroll team and across the business.
• Background in managing payroll across different business units or regions.
• Experience implementing standardized payroll processes across organizations.
• History of successful payroll system implementations at an enterprise level.
• Experience working with executive leadership on strategic payroll initiatives.
• Background in managing relationships with external payroll service providers.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Develop and implement group-wide payroll strategies and policies.
• Oversee payroll operations across multiple business units ensuring compliance with legislation.
• Lead and develop a team of Payroll Managers across different divisions.
• Establish and maintain standardized payroll procedures across the group.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for payroll processes and systems.
• Ensure integrity and security of group-wide payroll data.
• Coordinate with executive leadership on payroll budgeting and forecasting.
• Manage relationships with external payroll service providers and auditors.
• Oversee group-wide statutory compliance and reporting.
• Implement and maintain payroll system integrations with HR and Finance.
• Lead major payroll system implementations or upgrades.
• Provide strategic guidance on complex payroll matters and legislative changes.
• Develop and monitor KPIs for payroll performance across the Group.

  SPECIALIST SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Enterprise-level payroll system expertise across multiple platforms.
• Deep understanding of integrated HRIS, payroll, and finance systems.
• Advanced understanding of payroll compliance across different jurisdictions.
• Experience with payroll process optimization and automation.
• Project management methodology for large-scale implementations.
• Strategic budgeting and forecasting for payroll operations.
• Vendor management and contract negotiation skills.
• Advanced reporting and business intelligence for payroll metrics.
• Knowledge of change management principles for system transitions.
• Expertise in compliance management, risk mitigation, and payroll audits.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while managing complex payroll challenges.

Deadline:19th April,2026