Senior Manager, Payroll

Are you passionate about shaping the future of payroll operations? Do you thrive in a role with real impact and strategic influence?

Then this opportunity might be your next career move. We’re looking for a Senior Payroll Manager to join our team at the Pandora Global Office in Copenhagen, where you’ll play a pivotal role in transforming payroll delivery and enhancing the employee experience. 

At Pandora, we’re committed to building the best Payroll team in the industry. Since our launch in 1982, we’ve been on an incredible growth journey — and we’re just getting started. Join us in redefining payroll excellence and making a meaningful difference. 

Role Purpose 

As Payroll Manager, you will ensure top-tier payroll management for Pandora’s Global Office. You’ll be responsible for accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing, while continuously improving systems and processes. You’ll lead initiatives to optimize payroll delivery, define future requirements, and collaborate cross-functionally to align payroll services with Pandora’s strategic goals. 

This role includes leading a small payroll team, where you’ll foster a culture of accuracy, accountability, and belonging. You’ll be expected to coach and mentor team members, build strong collaboration, and drive continuous improvement by establishing robust processes and maintaining clear oversight. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Manage and develop a small payroll team, promoting a high-performance and inclusive culture. 

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for all Pandora employees in Denmark.  

• Ensure compliance with Danish and international payroll regulations. 

• Oversee outsourced payroll vendors and manage vendor relationships. 

• Collaborate closely with HR, Finance, Performance & Reward, Corporate Tax, Internal Audit, and external auditors. 

• Lead payroll policy development and maintain written guidelines, standards, and procedures. 

• Optimize payroll systems, including SuccessFactors, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. 

• Administer benefit plans in collaboration with HR. 

• Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly, and year-end payroll reports. 

Candidate Profile 

Experience & Qualifications 

• Minimum 5 years of experience in end-to-end payroll processing. 

• 3+ years of leadership experience with proven team management and development skills. 

• Solid understanding of Danish payroll legislation and employment law. 

• Experience with outsourced payroll providers and vendor management. 

• Background in Finance or HR is advantageous. 

• Relevant academic qualifications. 

Skills & Competencies 

• Proficiency in SuccessFactors and Excel. 

• Fluent in Danish and English, both written and verbal. 

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. 

• Up-to-date knowledge of payroll regulations and compliance. 

• Familiarity with Danish accounting principles. 

• Ability to identify inefficiencies and drive process improvements. 

• High emotional intelligence and ability to build followership. 

• Experience in building business cases and influencing senior stakeholders. 

Leadership Capabilities 

• People management and team development. 

• Change leadership and transformation. 

• Coaching and mentoring mindset. 

• Culture-building and fostering belonging. 

Did We Get Your Attention? 

We hope you got all your questions answered and feel confident applying for this position. If you see yourself in the role and would like to become a part of Pandora’s future, please do not hesitate to apply.  

Please make sure to submit your application in English in order to be considered, as we are an international team. Cover Letter is not required. We look forward to hearing from you!