Interim Payroll Manager (Remote)

About the role

Our client, a VC‑backed SaaS business, is seeking an immediate, interim Payroll Manager for a three‑month assignment. The role is fully remote and will involve managing both UK and multi‑country payrolls while driving process improvements.

Key responsibilities

• Collate and process international payroll for four entities (≈200 UK staff and ≈100 staff across the UK, Ireland, France and Germany).
• Review payroll data and submit runs to Deel, the payroll provider.
• Resolve internal payroll queries and liaise with Deel on complex issues.
• Maintain payroll journals, conduct payroll testing and support process improvement initiatives.
• Handle compensation and equity processing, including stock options and related benefits.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced payroll team, processing international payroll.
• Proven ability to work autonomously in a remote environment with strong time‑management skills.
• Immediate availability or notice period of one week or less.

Required skills

• Experience with the Deel payroll platform.

What we offer

• Daily rate of £300‑£375 paid via an umbrella company.
• Three‑month fixed‑term contract with the possibility of extension.