Senior Manager Payroll, Remuneration & Benefits

Lead the future of payroll remuneration and benefits at Australian Red Cross while supporting the worlds largest humanitarian movementFull time ongoing roleFlexible location hybrid workingJoin Australian Red Crosss People Services team in a role with significant impact. With a renewed organisational strategy and major technology uplift underway were seeking an experienced leader to shape our payroll remuneration and benefits strategy and lead the successful transition of our payroll system to Dayforce. This is an opportunity to create lasting impact for our people and strengthen the systems that enable our humanitarian Red CrossAustralian Red Cross is part of the worlds largest humanitarian movement. We support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability. We act for the roleReporting to the Head of Human Resources this critical leadership role is responsible for shaping and delivering Australian Red Crosss payroll remuneration and benefits strategy ensuring our people are rewarded fairly compliantly and competitively. Leading the payroll function the role oversees the accurate and timely delivery of payroll services while driving continuous improvement governance and Senior Manager develops and implements remuneration and benefits programs that support workforce engagement strengthen our employee value proposition and align with organisational objectives. The role partners closely with People & Culture Finance Legal and Executive stakeholders to provide strategic advice on remuneration benefits award interpretation and legislative obligations while managing key external relationships including payroll vendors auditors and regulatory a strong focus on compliance risk management and transformation this role will lead the transition to Dayforce ensure adherence to workplace legislation and payroll governance standards and contribute to organisational capability through strategic leadership continuous improvement and service youYou are an experienced payroll remuneration and benefits leader with strong expertise in Australian payroll compliance remuneration frameworks and people systems. You combine strategic thinking with operational excellence delivering compliant efficient payroll services while driving continuous improvement and organisational deep knowledge of the Fair Work Act Modern Awards and National Employment Standards you confidently provide trusted advice manage risk and navigate complex payroll and remuneration matters. You are highly analytical detail-oriented and skilled at driving continuous business improvement and providing innovative solutions to complex be successful in this role you will have:Significant experience in a senior payroll remuneration and benefits leadership roleProven expertise in Australian payroll legislation Modern Awards Fair Work Act and National Employment StandardsDemonstrated experience developing and implementing remuneration benefits and payroll compliance frameworksStrong leadership capability with experience coaching mentoring and developing teamsExperience leading payroll system implementations upgrades and process improvement initiativesExceptional stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and build trusted relationships at all levels of an organisationStrong analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills with a focus on risk management and continuous improvementComplianceTo join us youll need to complete key compliance checks including a National Police Check - we cover the cost and renewals as needed and confirm ongoing and unrestricted Australian Work that act for you while you act for humanityFinancial wellbeing: In addition to your salary you can take advantage of salary packaging that could provide you with a great way to reduce the amount of tax you pay - and get more from your salary. You can salary package up to $15900 for living expenses (such as rent groceries utility bills); up to $2650 for holiday accommodation and meals when dining out; Novated car leases; superannuation and purchase additional annual & Wellbeing: You can tap into specialist advice for nutrition sleep resilience and mindfulness as well as access to guided meditation and other wellbeing Flexibility: You can access flexible working arrangements paid Me day just for you and a wide range of other paid leave optionsCareer development: Access to ongoing learning training and development coursesFurther information This role is covered by the Social Community Home Care and Disability Services Award - Level 6. Competitive salary superannuation salary packaging find out more about this opportunity or to obtain a copy of the Position Description please email Theresa Haldane on must be submitted online prior to 11.55pm AEST on Wednesday 16 September 2026 to be considered for this we appreciate all interest in our organisation we wont engage with or accept candidates from agencies or consulting firms on this occasion.