People Services Payroll Manager 1

OUR STORY

At STMicroelectronics, we believe in the power of technology to drive innovation and make a positive impact on people, businesses, and society. As a global semiconductor company, our advanced technologies and chips form the hidden foundation of the world we live in today.

When you join ST, you will be part of a global business with more than 115 nationalities, present in 40 countries, and comprising over 50,000 diverse and dedicated creators and makers of technology around the world.

Developing technologies takes more than talent: it takes amazing people who understand collaboration and respect. People with passion and the desire to disrupt the status quo, drive innovation, and unlock their own potential.

Embark on a journey with us, where you can innovate for a future that we want to make smarter and greener, in a responsible and sustainable way. Our technology starts with you.

Overview:

We are a newly established People Services team based in Kuala Lumpur, strengthening our capabilities across Payroll, Employee Lifecycle (ELC), Learning & Development (L&D), Talent Acquisition (TA), and Compensation & Reward. As part of a phased transformation journey, we are supporting the transition of selected activities across the organization. Our objective is to build a centralized hub that delivers efficient, consistent, and virtual HR services on a global scale.

Main Goals

• Responsible for the coordination of payroll operations for a team.
• Ensure efficient and smooth day-to-day Payroll/HR operations.
• Provide support and advice to the team members, employees and managers on a wide range of Payroll/HR related issues.
• Ensures compliance and drives process improvements to deliver accurate and timely employee payments.
• Keep in mind the company's strategy, values and targets when helping employees.

Accountability and Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Supervise, motivate, and mentor a payroll team, including Payroll Officers and administrative staff, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and workload management.
• Payroll Processing: Oversee high-volume payroll operations, verify accurate calculation of wages, tax withholdings, deductions, and benefits, and ensure timely payment to employees.
• Compliance and Auditing: Ensure payroll activities comply with legislation, industrial relations requirements, and internal policies; conduct audits and present findings to internal or external auditors.
• Process Improvement: Review, monitor, and implement new payroll processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and service levels.
• Stakeholder Management: Act as the point of contact for escalated payroll queries, liaise with internal departments and external vendors, and communicate complex payroll information clearly to employees.
• Reporting: Prepare payroll reports, including employee pay, leave balances, commissions, and bonuses, and maintain payroll documentation and intranet resources.

YOUR SKILLS & EXPERIENCES

Experience Requirements

• 8+ years in Payroll, HR, business, administration or related field.
• Proven experience as a Payroll Team Leader for at least 2 years or in a senior payroll role, with a track record of managing teams and payroll operations.
• Experienced in handling payroll system, preferably SAP Payroll and extensive knowledge of Microsoft excel and office.
• English business proficiency required and other language proficiency is an added value.
• Experience in constructively collaborating with internal stakeholders.
• Familiarity with high-volume payroll environments and compliance with relevant legislation.

Knowledge and Skills Requirements

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve payroll discrepancies and complex issues.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to mentor and develop team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Organizational and time management skills to meet payroll deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Technical payroll knowledge, including payroll software, tax regulations, and benefits administration.

ST is proud to be one of the 17 companies certified as a 2025 Global Top Employer and the first and only semiconductor company to achieve this distinction. ST was recognized in this ranking thanks to its continuous improvement approach and stands out particularly in the areas of ethics & integrity, purpose & values, organization & change, business strategy, and performance.

At ST, we endeavor to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we do not tolerate discrimination. We aim to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that reflects the societies around us. We strive for equity in career development, career opportunities, and equal remuneration. We encourage candidates who may not meet every single requirement to apply, as we appreciate diverse perspectives and provide opportunities for growth and learning. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is woven into our company culture.

To discover more, visit st.com/careers.