Senior HR / Payroll Advisor

Job Description

Senior HR / Payroll Advisor | VISTRA

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Vistra, located in Netherlands. At Vistra, the purpose is progress, believing clients have the power to change the world and do great things for global progress. Vistra exists to remove the friction that comes from the complexity of global business, helping clients achieve progress without friction. This role is crucial for deploying payroll and HR expertise within an organization dedicated to facilitating global progress by simplifying the complexities of international business, playing a pivotal role in driving client success.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid – Netherlands
• Team: Tight team of Payroll professionals
• Mission: To facilitate global progress by simplifying international business complexities for clients through expert HR and payroll services.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Client Onboarding & Payroll Oversight: Facilitate seamless onboarding processes for new clients and oversee end-to-end payroll processing for high-profile clients.
• Expert HR & Tax Advisory: Provide expert advisory on HRM, Social Security, Wage Tax, Dutch employment law, and related areas, including guidance on occupational health and safety.
• Business Development & Enhancement: Identify opportunities to upsell existing and new products/services to clients, and contribute to the development and enhancement of add-on products/services.
• Client Relationship Management: Proactively manage relationships with high-profile clients and stakeholders, ensuring successful engagement and service delivery.
• Stakeholder & Software Guidance: Serve as the primary point of contact for external parties, including Dutch tax authorities, and guide clients through payroll software transitions with efficiency and expertise.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in HRM, Economics, MER, or Payroll (e.g., PDL and VPS). This is a senior-level position.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in a similar role, preferably within an accounting firm, Corporate service provider, audit firm, or financial institution, with demonstrated proficiency in sales, upselling, and client relationship management, particularly with organizations employing 20+ individuals.
• Skills: Exceptional knowledge in Wage Tax, Social Security, HRM, Dutch employment law, pension, 30% ruling, and WKR legislation; Strong ICT skills with commercial acumen; Outstanding communication skills in both English and Dutch, both written and verbal; Organizational sensitivity, a proactive mindset, and a collaborative spirit.
• Bonus: Previous experience in managing or coaching junior payroll team members is preferred.