Payroll & HR Administration Deputy Manager

Job Description & Summary

Ready to lead where payroll expertise meets AI and business growth?

At PwC, we're not just processing payroll. We're transforming it. If you're someone who has built deep payroll expertise over the years and is now ready to take the next step, someone who sees AI not as a threat but as an opportunity, and who thrives on building client relationships and identifying new business opportunities, this is your moment.

We are looking for an Deputy Manager to join our Workforce - Payroll & HR Administration team in Bucharest. We need someone with significant professional experience, a proven track record, and most importantly, the vision to turn payroll knowledge into smarter, AI-driven solutions while actively growing client relationships locally and across the region.

What We Are Looking For:

Payroll & Technical Expertise

• Significant hands-on experience in payroll processing, with a proven track record of managing complex, end-to-end payroll operations and HR administration workflows for diverse client portfolios.
• In-depth knowledge of Romanian labour legislation, tax regulations, and fiscal treatment of salary-related components.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and ability to work across multiple payroll platforms, with adaptability to transition between different payroll solutions is essential.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex payroll scenarios, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery.

Technology & AI

• Ability to leverage payroll expertise to identify where AI and automation add real value, transforming manual tasks into intelligent, technology-driven workflows.
• Genuine curiosity for AI tools and digital solutions, with the vision to translate payroll knowledge into automated rules, smart validations, and AI-assisted decision-making.
• Drive to champion digitalization and collaborate with technology teams to design and implement AI-powered tools, embedding new rules and legislative changes into automated systems.

Client Development & Growth

• A growth-oriented mindset with the ability to identify and pursue new business and consulting opportunities, proactively proposing additional services and innovative solutions that address client needs.
• Proven ability to build, manage, and nurture long-term client relationships, acting as the primary point of contact and trusted advisor on payroll, labour law, and HR administration matters.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with regional PwC teams and contribute to business development efforts, including proposals, RFPs, and client presentations at local and regional level, supporting cross-border engagements and the development of the regional payroll network.

We Offer:

• Impact & Innovation: Diverse projects, international assignments, and the chance to lead AI and digital transformation in payroll services.
• Regional Exposure: Cross-border collaboration with PwC teams across multiple countries.
• Growth: Supportive culture with mentoring, feedback, and clear career development paths.
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid working policy and flexible hours.
• Extra Perks: Office massages, medical centre membership, and partner discounts.

We are committed to building a diverse and welcoming/ safe environment, so we’re excited to receive applications from people of all cultures and backgrounds.

We appreciate the interest shown by all candidates. However, we wish to advise that only suitable candidates will be contacted.

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