Job Description
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Location: Sydney, NSW, AU
About the Role
We have an opportunity for an experienced and delivery-focused payroll professional to join the ANZ HR team on a ~6-month contract. This role will provide end-to-end payroll support in an international environment, while also playing a critical role in stabilising processes, documenting payroll activities, and ensuring a smooth and effective handover to an offshore payroll team.
You will operate as a trusted advisor to the business, balancing hands-on payroll delivery with process improvement, risk mitigation, and structured knowledge transfer. This is a “hit the ground running, leave a legacy” type of contract.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Manage the monthly end-to-end insourced/outsourced payroll with the ADP vendor for ~280 employees, including payroll tax, superannuation, payroll journals and resolution of payroll queries
Act as the primary ANZ payroll subject matter expert, ensuring continuity and accuracy throughout the contract period
Review, document and standardise payroll processes, controls and calendars to support transition and future sustainability
Partner closely with the offshore Payroll Centre of Excellence, including:
Knowledge transfer and shadowing sessions
Development of handover documentation, SOPs and escalation guides
Supporting the offshore team through parallel runs and transition activities
Prepare internal and external payroll and HR reports, including leadership reporting and WGEA submissions
Implement and embed regional and group payroll processes, policies and controls
Support onboarding and offboarding activities, including payroll setup, inductions and HR exit processes
Respond to employee and line manager queries via direct interaction and ticketing systems
Ensure compliance with local legislation and alignment with global HR frameworks
Contribute to ad hoc payroll projects as required during the contract period
About the Team
The ANZ HR team delivers end-to-end HR support to the Australian business, working closely with global HR centres of excellence. The team includes the Head HR Australia & New Zealand, HR Partner, HR Advisors and HR Administration support, and is known for its pragmatic, high-impact approach in a constantly evolving environment.
About You
You are an experienced Australian payroll professional who thrives in contract roles, enjoys bringing order to complexity, and takes pride in setting teams up for success once you hand over the baton.
You combine technical payroll expertise with strong documentation skills, a collaborative mindset, and the confidence to work across geographies and cultures.
Your Skills & Experience
Extensive experience delivering end-to-end Australian payroll, ideally within financial or professional services
Strong working knowledge of Australian payroll legislation and compliance requirements
Experience working with semi-outsourced payroll models (ADP experience highly regarded) and HRIS platforms (Success Factors)
Demonstrated experience supporting or transitioning payroll activities to offshore or shared service teams
Advanced Microsoft Excel and system skills, with a passion for streamlining and improving processes
Clear, confident communicator with the ability to produce concise documentation and handover materials
Highly organised, detail-oriented and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
A collaborative, service-oriented approach with the confidence to work independently and make decisions
Swiss Re Australia offers modern working arrangements that allow all employees to adapt to changing work preferences. We currently provide employees with attractive offices, competitive benefits such as 25+ days annual leave, 15 days personal leave, flu vaccinations and annual health checks.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, ****** orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
About Swiss Re
Swiss Re is one of the world’s leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime. Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients. This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 14,000 employees across the world.
Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, ****** orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics. In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability.
If you are an experienced professional returning to the workforce after a career break, we encourage you to apply for open positions that match your skills and experience.
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Reference Code: 136607
Location: Sydney, NSW, AU
About the Role
We have an opportunity for an experienced and delivery-focused payroll professional to join the ANZ HR team on a ~6-month contract. This role will provide end-to-end payroll support in an international environment, while also playing a critical role in stabilising processes, documenting payroll activities, and ensuring a smooth and effective handover to an offshore payroll team.
You will operate as a trusted advisor to the business, balancing hands-on payroll delivery with process improvement, risk mitigation, and structured knowledge transfer. This is a “hit the ground running, leave a legacy” type of contract.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Manage the monthly end-to-end insourced/outsourced payroll with the ADP vendor for ~280 employees, including payroll tax, superannuation, payroll journals and resolution of payroll queries
Act as the primary ANZ payroll subject matter expert, ensuring continuity and accuracy throughout the contract period
Review, document and standardise payroll processes, controls and calendars to support transition and future sustainability
Partner closely with the offshore Payroll Centre of Excellence, including:
Knowledge transfer and shadowing sessions
Development of handover documentation, SOPs and escalation guides
Supporting the offshore team through parallel runs and transition activities
Prepare internal and external payroll and HR reports, including leadership reporting and WGEA submissions
Implement and embed regional and group payroll processes, policies and controls
Support onboarding and offboarding activities, including payroll setup, inductions and HR exit processes
Respond to employee and line manager queries via direct interaction and ticketing systems
Ensure compliance with local legislation and alignment with global HR frameworks
Contribute to ad hoc payroll projects as required during the contract period
About the Team
The ANZ HR team delivers end-to-end HR support to the Australian business, working closely with global HR centres of excellence. The team includes the Head HR Australia & New Zealand, HR Partner, HR Advisors and HR Administration support, and is known for its pragmatic, high-impact approach in a constantly evolving environment.
About You
You are an experienced Australian payroll professional who thrives in contract roles, enjoys bringing order to complexity, and takes pride in setting teams up for success once you hand over the baton.
You combine technical payroll expertise with strong documentation skills, a collaborative mindset, and the confidence to work across geographies and cultures.
Your Skills & Experience
Extensive experience delivering end-to-end Australian payroll, ideally within financial or professional services
Strong working knowledge of Australian payroll legislation and compliance requirements
Experience working with semi-outsourced payroll models (ADP experience highly regarded) and HRIS platforms (Success Factors)
Demonstrated experience supporting or transitioning payroll activities to offshore or shared service teams
Advanced Microsoft Excel and system skills, with a passion for streamlining and improving processes
Clear, confident communicator with the ability to produce concise documentation and handover materials
Highly organised, detail-oriented and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
A collaborative, service-oriented approach with the confidence to work independently and make decisions
Swiss Re Australia offers modern working arrangements that allow all employees to adapt to changing work preferences. We currently provide employees with attractive offices, competitive benefits such as 25+ days annual leave, 15 days personal leave, flu vaccinations and annual health checks.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, ****** orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
About Swiss Re
Swiss Re is one of the world’s leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime. Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients. This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 14,000 employees across the world.
Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, ****** orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics. In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability.
If you are an experienced professional returning to the workforce after a career break, we encourage you to apply for open positions that match your skills and experience.
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Reference Code: 136607
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The HR Advisor ANZ (6 month contract), Sydney (NSW, AU) position is now open for candidates interested in the Human Resource (HR) Jobs sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Human Resource (HR) Jobs is a plus.