(Senior) Manager Swiss Payroll Advisory - Tax & Legal

Job description

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• A safe workplace with zero tolerance for harassment.
• Open environments where people are free to be themselves.
• An inclusive community that believes in respect and merit.

Location: Zurich, GenevaWork Pattern Percentage: 80-100%Help Our Clients Successfully Manage Their Compensation and Payroll In today's complex global landscape, compliance is non-negotiable. Tax authorities worldwide are intensifying their focus on payroll accuracy and regulatory adherence—making expert guidance more critical than ever. This is where you come in. The Global Employer Services (GES) team, part of Deloitte's Tax & Legal practice, partners with multinational companies to navigate global mobility and payroll complexity with confidence. We deliver end-to-end payroll solutions and strategic advice that keeps our clients compliant, efficient, and ahead of the curve.How you can make an impact

• You're a client-first professional who thrives on taking ownership. You're self-motivated, committed to continuous learning, and passionate about developing both yourself and your team. You see payroll not as a compliance checkbox, but as a strategic advantage for our clients.
• As a key member of our Payroll team, you'll:
• Drive growth by expanding our Payroll offering and onboarding high-value clients
• Deliver expert counsel on all payroll-related matters, earning client trust through deep expertise
• Own your engagements with full autonomy and accountability for client success
• Champion innovation alongside a management team actively reshaping how payroll services are delivered
• Build and mentor a high-performing team committed to excellence

Who we are looking for

• You possess strong numerical skills and a keen understanding of complex interrelationships, demonstrating conscientiousness as well as a solution-oriented and independent working style.
• You have at least 5 to 10 years of experience in payroll and are highly knowledgeable in payroll, social security, and individual taxation.
• You are technology savvy with excellent proficiency in payroll tools such as Abacus and SAP.
• You have a positive attitude toward technological advancements and want to actively support them.
• You have leadership experience and are eager to leverage your expertise to train the team and help expand our market share.
• You have excellent command of English and are fluent in either French or German; additional language skills are considered a significant advantage.

Your TeamBecome part of a diverse, multinational and highly motivated team of 30+ across our Swiss offices. We will help you grow both personally and professionally: through our trainings, mentoring programmes and on-the-job learning, but also by connecting with your colleagues across all business lines. Why Join Us

• Strategic growth area: Payroll is a key focus for our future expansion—you'll be part of an exciting journey
• Collaborative culture: A team-oriented environment that genuinely invests in your personal and professional development
• Competitive package: Attractive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a robust training program
• Creative freedom: Work with self-motivated professionals who value innovation and fresh thinking