Global Process Owner, AVEVA
Payroll & Compliance
3 days a week in office (Cannon Street, London)
Industrial software
Job no longer available
Industrial software
1001+ employees
Job no longer available
3 days a week in office (Cannon Street, London)
1001+ employees
Company mission
To spark industrial ingenuity by connecting users with trusted information and insights, to drive responsible use of the world’s resources.
Role
Who you are
- This role requires strong leadership, stakeholder management, and expertise in global payroll operations
- Proven experience in global payroll operations and process ownership
- Strong understanding of international payroll regulations and compliance
- Experience with payroll systems (e.g., Workday, SAP, ADP, Oracle)
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence stakeholders
- Analytical mindset with experience in data-driven decision-making
- Excellent communication and change management skills
- Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite including Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to present data outputs effectively.-Strong time management and organisational skills, in a fast-paced environment
Desirable
- Certification in Payroll (e.g., CPP, CIPP) or HR/Finance-related qualifications
- Experience in a multinational organization with complex payroll environments
- Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma or other process improvement methodologies
- Experience in leading or supporting projects
What the job involves
- As the Global Process Owner (GPO) for Payroll, you will be responsible for designing, governing, and continuously improving the global payroll processes across all regions
- You will ensure payroll operations are compliant, efficient, and aligned with business objectives, while driving standardization and automation
- Define and maintain the global payroll process framework, including policies, standards, and controls
- Develop and execute a roadmap for payroll transformation, including automation, vendor optimization, and scalability
- Ensure alignment with global HR, Finance, and Legal teams
- Monitor compliance with local labor laws, tax regulations, and internal controls
- Partner with internal audit and risk teams to ensure robust governance and risk mitigation
- Own documentation and audit readiness across all payroll processes
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance payroll accuracy, timeliness, and employee experience
- Establish and track KPIs and SLAs for payroll performance globally
- Drive standardization across regions while allowing for local flexibility where required
- Collaborate with regional payroll teams, People Technology, Finance, and external vendors
- Act as the escalation point for complex payroll issues and process deviations
- Communicate process changes and updates effectively across the organization
- Partner with People Technology and IT to optimize payroll systems and integrations
- Evaluate and implement new technologies to improve payroll delivery and analytics
- Lead system upgrades and global rollouts where applicable.Lead on Global payroll system risk mitigation, including system access support and governance and BCP development
Application process
- Get started by submitting your cover letter and CV
Salary benchmarks
Our take
Founded in 1967 as a UK research institute for the development of computer-aided design, AVEVA has since grown to become a world leader in industrial software. Primarily focusing on energy, infrastructure and manufacturing sectors, it has also expanded into numerous other industrial applications, and its clients include enterprises such as Danone, GlaxoSmithKline and Borg.
AVEVA is making history with its collaboration with Meridian Energy Group on the Davis Refinery, the first full-conversion refinery in the US since 1976. This project sets a new standard in sustainability by achieving net-zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon emissions through renewable biofeedstock. AVEVA's CONNECT platform and EPC .0 solutions are crucial for providing real-time visibility and seamless data management throughout the refinery's lifecycle.
Alongside this, AVEVA's hybrid cloud MES solution highlights its commitment to advancing industrial technology. This launch allows companies to manage production data more effectively and gain insights through AI and analytics, reinforcing AVEVA's leadership in digital transformation and promoting more agile, efficient, and eco-friendly manufacturing processes.
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Insights
2% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- Time off: 28 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays. You can also buy/sell five days a year
- Emergency leave: Five days a year to use when unexpected or urgent events make it impossible to work
- Hybrid working: The default option for employees is a 3:2 split between the office and working from home. Some positions are fully remote and others are fully office-based—refer to the job listing for specific details
- Parental leave: Maternity leave comprises 18 weeks at full pay, followed by 21 weeks statutory pay and 13 weeks unpaid. Paternity leave is two weeks at full pay. Pension contributions and benefits are maintained throughout
- Workplace nursery scheme: Pay for your child’s nursery directly through payroll, saving tax and NI contributions
- Electric care lease: Use your flexible benefits fund to subsidize the pre-tax leasing of a brand-new electric or ultra-low-emission car
- Shopping vouchers: Use your flexible benefits fund on discounts and vouchers for many major retail, tech and restaurant chains
- BUPA private healthcare: BUPA healthcare is a core benefit for employees. Use your flexible benefits fund and/or salary sacrifice to add family members
- Anonymous counselling: Through our Modern Health benefit, employees and their dependents over 13 are eligible to use our mental health app and receive unlimited counselling and coaching each year
- Dental insurance: Use your flexible benefits fund to cover preventative and restorative treatment. You can also add coverage for family members
- Cycle to work: Buy a brand-new bike and save 25–40% on retail price thanks to tax savings
- Gym membership: Use your flexible benefits fund to discount a membership to a major gym chain
- Bonus: Based on a combination of your own performance and AVEVA’s financial results
- Pension: Use your flexible benefits fund to increase the standard employer contribution. You can also route your bonus directly into your pension, saving tax and NI
- Income protection: Secure a reliable income if you’re unable to work due to long-term sickness or injury
- Life assurance: In the event of your death, your loved ones will receive a lump sum
- Charitable giving: The Action for Good program gives you three days of paid volunteering every year, as well as match funding opportunities. You can also use your flexible benefits fund to give to charity pre-tax
- Professional development: Access to LinkedIn Learning gives you the chance to grow your knowledge and skills, while AVEVA’s extensive mentorship network allows you learn from colleagues across the company
- Education support: After one year with AVEVA, you can apply for support towards a relevant course or qualification. AVEVA will reimburse up to 70% of the cost
- Service recognition: Whether you’ve been with us for 12 months or 50 years (it’s happened!), the AVEVAversary program rewards you during milestone years with cash and time off. We also recognize your contributions by planting a tree in the AVEVA Forest, our global forest of recognition
Company HQ
Cambridge, UK
Leadership
Caspar Herzberg
(CEO)Before becoming CEO, served as AVEVA’s COO and CRO. Previously led Schneider Electric's business in more than 80 countries. Has spent more than 25 years in the technology industry, including senior leadership positions at Cisco and Accenture.
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