Building on a strong legacy of more than 145 years, we are leading the way to reimagine and improve life every day. Today and for generations to come. Through our innovative and sustainable brands and technologies, across our teams around the world.
Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
Payroll Lead HCM (d/f/m)
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Payroll Lead HCM (d/f/m)
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About this position
About this Position
As we embark on the next phase of our transformation and improve our global HCM system, we are seeking an experienced and strategic Payroll Lead HCM. In this role, you will oversee end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring compliance with tax regulations, labor laws, and organizational policies. You will collaborate with IT and HCM teams to maintain system integration, resolve payroll issues, and deliver actionable insights through regular reporting to drive operational excellence and employee satisfaction.
What you´ll do
- Manage and ensure accurate and timely payroll processing across regions
- Align payroll processes with global and local tax regulations, labor laws, and organizational policies
- Collaborate with IT and HCM teams to ensure seamless integration of payroll data with the HCM system
- Address and resolve payroll discrepancies, employee queries, or system-related issues efficiently
- Provide regular updates and reports on payroll metrics, compliance status, and issue resolutions to key stakeholders
What makes you a good fit
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in payroll management, with expertise in global payroll operations and compliance
- In-depth understanding of payroll processing, tax laws, and labor regulations across various regions
- Proficiency in configuring and managing payroll modules in HCM systems in Workday
- Strong skills in ensuring data quality and accuracy for payroll processing through effective controls, audits, and validations
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate complex payroll information clearly to stakeholders at all levels
Some perks of joining Henkel
- Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid and work from anywhere policies
- Diverse national and international growth opportunities
- Globally wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
- Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
- Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
- Company Pension Plan 100% financed by Henkel
- MEGA Preventive Health Insurance
- CareFlex Supplementary Care Insurance
- Mobility offer: My Henkel Bike and Jobticket
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, generations and disabilities. If there are any specific accommodations or adjustments you require for the interview process or your on-site appointment, please inform us, and we'll do our best to accommodate your requests.
JOB ID: 25075284
Job Locations: Germany, North Rhine Westphalia, Düsseldorf
Contact information for application-related questions: Recruitment-Germany@henkel.com
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FAQ
I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
Here you will get further information on our training programs.
Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
Our recruiting team will help you with all requests regarding your application. Contact the team here.