Senior Manager, Payroll Operations DACH | Senior Manager - Leitung Lohnabrechnung Payroll DACH (m/w/d)

QIAGEN GmbH

Hilden, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published May 22, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

QIAGEN is seeking a Senior Manager to lead payroll operations for the DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland). This key role involves managing the entire payroll process, driving automation and process improvements, and serving as a strategic partner to HR, Finance, and international stakeholders. You will ensure timely, accurate, and compliant payroll execution, handle complex payroll scenarios, and oversee reporting and audits. The position requires strong leadership to develop the payroll team and enhance the payroll landscape within a global, dynamic environment. Ideal candidates possess a business or law degree, extensive payroll experience with leadership, deep knowledge of German tax and social security law, and proficiency in SAP HCM and Excel.

Required Skills

Education

Completed degree in Business Administration, Business Law, or a comparable qualification

Experience

  • Several years of experience in payroll and salary administration
  • Leadership experience (disciplinary and functional)
  • Experience in international environments and the DACH region is ideal
  • Experience with complex payroll issues (e.g., stock options, split contracts, expatriates, company pensions)
  • Experience in steering and optimizing payroll and HR processes
  • Experience with internal and external audits

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Not specified