Payroll Manager, Netherlands

Payroll Manager, Multi Entity - Amsterdam, Netherlands
Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Working patterns: 3 days in the office
Business Lines Supported: 4 separate entities, total population of c. 1800 - Global Workplace Solutions (GWS), Advisory (ADV), Investment Management (IM) and Investment Accounting & Reporting Solutions (IA&R)


The opportunity:
As Payroll Manager for the Netherlands, you will oversee the delivery of accurate, timely and compliant payroll for GWS, ADV, IM and IA&R, whilst supporting and driving the transformational activities of the payroll operating model.

You will lead a team of Payroll Specialists while remaining close to the work and still remaining hands on with the work.

You will work within Global and EMEA People Services frameworks, maintain strong local controls and build effective relationships with stakeholders and payroll service providers.

We would typically expect a candidate to have payroll experience in a large corporate with multiple entities in the Netherlands and leading or supervising a team. You must have fluency in Dutch and English languages. Experience and willingness to work on transformation or enhancement programmes with international / global teams.



What You'll Do:

• Lead the team: Supervise, coach and evaluate the Payroll Specialists. Set objectives, manage workloads and coverage, and support recruitment and onboarding.
• Oversee payroll delivery: Provide oversight of Netherlands payroll across GWS, ADV, IM and IA&R, ensuring effective controls, reconciliations and resolution of complex issues.
• Support transformation: Support transformative operating model changes, coordinate implementation and drive stakeholder alignment across People Services, People Business Partners, Finance and payroll service providers.
• Stay compliant: Meet Dutch statutory and government reporting requirements, deliver periodic filings and year-end documents on time, and prepare the team for changes in payroll legislation.
• Own governance: Maintain local controls and process documentation in line with Global and EMEA People Services frameworks, and support internal and external audits.
• Improve the service: Monitor employee queries in ServiceNow against service levels and KPIs, implement approved improvements, and contribute to EMEA payroll projects, including testing and sign-off.
• Support payroll cycles: Handle salary reviews, bonuses, promotions and year-end activities.
• Partner with stakeholders: Work with People Business Partners, Finance and external payroll providers, and escalate material service issues through EMEA governance. Model our RISE values in everything you do.
  

What You'll Need:

• Experience: Hands on experience in complex multi entity payroll delivery, including experience in a leadership or supervisory role. A bachelor's degree is preferred; a combination of experience and education is considered.
• Dutch payroll expertise: Proven experience processing Netherlands payroll for multiple employee populations, preferably with ADP.
• Languages: Fluency in Dutch and English.
• Systems and controls: Familiarity with HR systems such as PeopleSoft and case management tools such as ServiceNow, plus experience with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls and payroll reconciliations.
• Leadership: Ability to motivate a team, set performance expectations and handle sensitive conversations with care.
• Working style: Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills, with close attention to detail. You are comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Tools: Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills, and confidence with financial calculations.
  

Why CBRE
CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE: CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2025 revenue). The company has more than 155,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves a diverse range of clients with an integrated suite of services, including facilities, transaction, and project management; property management; investment management; appraisal and valuation; property leasing; strategic consulting; property sales; mortgage services and development services.

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