About the Role We have been exclusively engaged to recruit a Payroll Team Lead with a reputable global business located in Western Sydney. This role requires an experienced and skilled Senior Payroll officer to take ownership of the end-to-end payroll operations across Australia and New Zealand, while mentoring and guiding the existing team and remaining hands-on in weekly processing. Reporting into the Payroll Manager, you will coach, mentor and lead a team of three.  You will also play a key role in driving automation, improving process, and helping to create a true centre of excellence for payroll. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys leading from the front, finding smarter ways of working, and operating in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.Key Responsibilities  Lead and mentor a payroll team of 3 End-to-end weekly payroll processing across Australia and New Zealand Ensure full compliance with PAYG, Superannuation, Payroll Tax, FBT, and ATO requirements. Interpretation and apply 3 Australian EBAs and NZ legislation Manage payroll tax, workers’ compensation, group tax, and end-of-month reporting. Managing complex payroll queries and stakeholder issues. Ensuring system accuracy, including reviewing calculations and identifying discrepancies Supporting payroll process improvements and system optimisation Contributing to payroll system enhancements and potential implementation projects.  About YouThis role requires a rare combination of technical depth and team leadership capability. You will bring  Strong knowledge of Australian and New Zealand payroll legislation and compliance (PAYG, Super, FBT, etc.).  Strong EBA interpretation experience.  Deep understanding of payroll systems and calculation logic Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills Experience mentoring or coaching within a payroll team Strong stakeholder management skills and confidence handling complex queries Exposure to system implementation or payroll transformation projects (highly regarded) The Environment Hybrid working model: 3 days in office (parking onsite), 2 days from home Collaborative and supportive leadership High standards, high visibility, and the opportunity to genuinely influence the function. To ApplyPlease submit your resume via the relevant link.