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Our mission is to promote policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. Together with governments, policy makers and citizens, we work on establishing evidence-based international standards, and finding solutions to a range of social, economic and environmental challenges. From improving economic performance and creating jobs to fostering strong education and fighting international tax evasion, we provide a unique forum and knowledge hub for data and analysis, exchange of experiences, best-practice sharing, and advice on public policies and international standard-setting.\nThe International Service for Remunerations and Pensions (ISRP), administratively attached to the OECD, delivers specialised services to the Co-ordinated Organisations and a range of Associated Organisations. Its expertise spans salary studies, statistical analysis, surveys, remuneration and pension administration, legal advice and fund management, supporting international organisations and international financial institutions in the effective management of remuneration and pension arrangements.\nThe Payroll Administration Unit is responsible for the accurate and timely administration of pension payments across a network of international organisations. It manages pension payroll operations, related accounting controls and reconciliations, payment processing and stakeholder support, ensuring that transactions are completed accurately, securely and within established deadlines.\nThe ISRP is looking for a Payroll Officer who, under the supervision of the Deputy Head and Head of the Payroll Administration Unit, will co-ordinate payroll administration activities and perform specialised payroll, pension administration and related accounting functions with a high degree of autonomy. The selected candidate will provide technical guidance, oversee complex cases, support quality assurance and contribute to the continuous improvement of payroll processes and systems.\n Main Responsibilities\nPayroll Co-ordination and Quality Assurance\nCo-ordinate payroll administration activities across assigned client organisations and pension schemes.\nReview and validate payroll calculations and outputs before finalisation, ensuring compliance with applicable rules, procedures and service standards.\nMonitor payroll quality, identify operational risks and oversee corrective action.\nOversee the resolution of complex payroll and pension cases.\nTechnical Expertise and Pension Payroll Oversight\nAct as the Payroll Administration Unit’s subject-matter expert on payroll operations, pension administration and related regulatory requirements.\nProvide technical guidance on complex payroll calculations, pension entitlements and exceptional cases.\nAdvise client organisations on the consistent application of payroll and pension rules and procedures.\nLiaise with external payroll providers, accounting offices and other relevant stakeholders on specialised payroll matters.\nSupport payroll operations for pension beneficiaries across client organisations.\nReview payroll testing, system configurations and changes arising from regulatory or organisational requirements.\nEnsure the accuracy and integrity of payroll data and associated documentation.\nOversee payroll reporting, accounting controls, reconciliations and audit-preparation activities.\nTraining and Knowledge Management\nTrain and mentor Payroll Officers and payroll administrators in client organisations.\nDevelop and maintain operating procedures, guidance materials and training resources.\nPromote the consistent interpretation and application of payroll and pension rules.\nSupport the onboarding and development of new team members.\nProcess Improvement and Project Support\nLead or contribute to payroll-related projects, system enhancements and process-improvement initiatives.\nParticipate in testing payroll-system developments and regulatory changes.\nAnalyse recurring issues and recommend improvements to strengthen efficiency, accuracy and service quality, and contribute to business continuity planning and operational resilience.\n Ideal Candidate Profile\nAcademic Background\nPost-secondary education or relevant professional training in accounting, payroll administration, pension administration, compensation and benefits, or a related field.\nSound knowledge of payroll operations and pension administration principles.\nProfessional Background\nSignificant relevant experience in payroll administration, pension administration or accounting, demonstrating advanced payroll and pension administration expertise, preferably in an international or multicultural environment.\nDemonstrated experience in payroll quality assurance, complex case management and stakeholder engagement, supported by strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.\nExperience in providing technical guidance and in training, coaching or co-ordinating payroll activities.\nExperience contributing to payroll-related projects, system implementations or process-improvement initiatives.\nTools\nAdvanced Excel skills and proficiency in payroll applications.\nKnowledge of HR Access payroll software would be an advantage.\n Core Competencies\nOECD staff are expected to demonstrate behaviours aligned to six core competencies which will be assessed as part of this hiring process: Vision and Strategy (Level 1); Enable People (Level 1); Ethics and Integrity (Level 1); Collaboration and Horizontality (Level 2); Achieve Results (Level 1); Innovate and Embrace Change (Level 1).\nTo learn more about the definitions for each competency for levels 1-3, please refer to OECD Core Competencies.\nLanguages\nFluency in one of the two OECD official languages (English and French) and knowledge of the other, with a commitment to reach a good working level.\nClosing Date\nThis vacancy should be filled as soon as possible, and applications should reach us no later than midnight 29 November 2026 (Paris time).\nContractDuration \nThis vacancy is used to create a pool of candidates for comparable positions, both for open-ended and fixed-term functions.\nPlease note that our Rules and Regulations stipulate that the mandatory retirement age is 67.\nWhat the OECD offers\nMonthly salary starts at 4 502 EUR, plus allowances based on eligibility, exempt of French income tax. Click here to visit our Salary and Allowances Calculator.\nClick here to consult the Staff Regulations applicable to officials of the OECD. Please note that from 1 July 2025, all Official appointments will be made under the OECD’s new contractual modalities.\nClick here to learn more about what we offer and why the OECD is a great place to work. \nClick here to browse our People Management Guidebook and learn more about all aspects relating to people at the OECD, our workplace environment and many other policies supporting staff in their daily life.\nPlease note that the appointment may be made at one grade lower in the specified job family, based on the qualifications and professional experience of the selected applicant.\nThis vacancy may be used to create a pool of candidates for comparable positions, both for open-ended and fixed-term functions. \nSelection Process\nFor retained candidates, the selection process may include a video-recorded interview, job-based assessment and panel interviews.\nThe OECD is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes the applications of all qualified candidates who are nationals of OECD member countries *, irrespective of their racial or ethnic origin, opinions or beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, health or disabilities. \nThe OECD promotes an optimal use of resources in order to improve its efficiency and effectiveness. 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