HR Payroll And Compliance Lead

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DHL Supply Chain offers a challenging yet exciting place to work where every day we ask you to be the best that you can be. In return we offer an excellent working environment and the security of working with the world's foremost logistics solutions provider.

At DHL, we know that people are our greatest strength. That's why our goal has always been to attract and retain the best talent over the world. We provide challenge and opportunity for personal and professional development. We recognize the difference you bring to our business, and together we share the pride of building THE logistics company for the world. Under the DHL Supply Chain umbrella, one of the business units of DHL, we provide customized logistics and industry solutions in the areas of supply chain management, warehousing, distribution, value added services. We provide the best logistics services for our customers – helping them deliver better results every day.

We are seeking an experienced HR Payroll & Compliance Lead to provide subject-matter expertise across payroll systems, compliance, and governance. This is a critical role responsible for ensuring payroll accuracy, legislative compliance, and risk mitigation across a large, complex organisation operating under Enterprise Agreements and Awards.

You will lead the technical assessment of payroll compliance and remediation initiatives, oversee offshore payroll operations, and act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders across Payroll, HR, Employment Relations, Compliance, and Internal Audit.

This role suits a highly analytical payroll professional who thrives in complexity, enjoys deep technical problem-solving, and takes pride in delivering compliant, accurate, and auditable payroll outcomes.

About The Role

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Act as SME for payroll systems and payroll compliance
• Lead payroll compliance and remediation initiatives aligned to EBAs, Awards, and legislation
• Ensure accurate wage, tax, and superannuation calculations
• Oversee and mentor offshore payroll operations to meet Australian compliance standards
• Monitor legislative changes and implement updates promptly
• Conduct payroll, HR process, and system audits to identify compliance risks
• Develop and maintain HR and payroll compliance frameworks and documentation
• Partner with Payroll, ER, Compliance, Audit, and senior stakeholders
• Resolve payroll queries and discrepancies efficiently and accurately

About You:

You are detail-driven, confident navigating complex industrial instruments, and comfortable operating at both strategic and technical levels. You bring credibility as a payroll compliance expert and are known for your ability to translate complexity into clear, compliant outcomes.

Skills & Experience

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, or similar
• 5–7+ years' experience in a complex payroll role within a large organisation
• Deep knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, tax and superannuation requirements, Enterprise Agreements and Award interpretation
• Strong experience with payroll and time & attendance systems Kronos experience highly desirable
• Advanced analytical capability with strong Excel skills
• High attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy and integrity
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, including with senior leaders
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Proficient across Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)