Global Payroll Manager

LMAX Group is a leading operator of multiple institutional execution venues for FX, crypto currencies, and CFDs. We're a technology-driven company that operates a global exchange infrastructure with liquidity sourced from the world's top banks and trading institutions. We are seeking an experienced Global Payroll and Benefits Manager to join our dynamic and growing team.

We're looking for a Global Payroll and Benefits Manager who is a highly motivated and detail-oriented professional with a strong background in global payroll and benefits administration. Reporting to the Head of People Business Partnering and Operations, this role will be responsible for overseeing the payroll and benefits function for our global workforce, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all our offices, including the UK, USA, APAC, Singapore, Cyprus, UAE, and others. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader who can manage vendor relationships, solve complex issues, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our processes.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

·         Oversee Global Payroll: Manage the end-to-end payroll process for all LMAX Group entities globally, ensuring timely and accurate payments and compliance with local regulations.

·         Payroll process improvements and transition to fully outsourcing payroll

·         Manage Benefits Administration: Administer and manage all global employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other perks. Work with brokers and providers to ensure our plans are competitive and well-communicated to employees.

·         Vendor Management: Act as the primary point of contact for external payroll providers and benefits brokers. Monitor their performance and ensure service level agreements (SLAs) are met.

·         Compliance & Reporting: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of global payroll and benefits regulations. Prepare and submit all required internal and external reports, and ensure all filings are accurate and on time.

·         Process Improvement: Identify and implement improvements to payroll and benefits processes, leveraging technology to increase efficiency and accuracy.

·         Employee Support: Serve as the main point of contact for employee inquiries related to payroll and benefits, providing clear and empathetic support.

Minimum Requirements

·         10+ years of experience in global payroll administration with a minimum of 5 years in the financial services industry.

·         Demonstrable experience managing payroll for a group of companies with multiple international entities, particularly in jurisdictions like the UK, Europe, USA, APAC (Singapore, New Zealand), and the UAE.

·         Extensive experience in global benefits administration, from plan design to day-to-day management.

·         Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, group setting and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Success Looks Like

A successful Global Payroll and Benefits Manager at LMAX Group will quickly become a trusted advisor and the go-to person for all things payroll and benefits. Within the first six months, you will have audited and streamlined our current processes, identified areas for improvement, and built strong, collaborative relationships with our global People team and external partners. You will have a clear understanding of our various payroll cycles and benefit plans and will be able to handle complex inquiries with confidence and accuracy. By the end of your first year, you'll have proactively implemented new technologies or processes that have significantly improved efficiency and reduced errors, all while ensuring our payroll and benefits offerings remain compliant, competitive, and supportive of our employees.

Benefits

• 25 days of holiday 
• Bonus 
• Pension contribution 
• Private medical, dental, and vision coverage 
• Life assurance 
• Critical illness cover 
• Wellness contribution program with access to ClassPass 
• Plumm Platform 
• Five volunteering days 
• Give as You Earn initiative 
• Learning and development programs 
• Electric Vehicle Scheme 
• Cycle to Work Scheme 
• Season Ticket Loan