Thomas Cloppenburg

Senior Consultant

Germany

Thomas places payroll, HR systems, HR controlling, people analytics and reward leaders and specialists across various industries in the DACH region. Thomas has a track record of successfully supporting clients in filling permanent roles. He has placed specialists as well as leadership positions across the HR spectrum. Prior to joining Frazer Jones, he worked as a career consultant for HR roles in Germany since 2017.

  • Engineering/manufacturing/industrial

Manager – Payroll & Processes (m/w/d)

Für unseren Kunden aus dem Produktionsumfeld sind wir aktuell auf der Suche nach einer Führungskraft für die neugeschaffene Rolle des Teamleads für dessen Payroll-Team. Deine Herausforderung: disziplinarische wie fachliche Führung von 4 Payroll Spezialisten Weiterentwicklung und Mentoring des Teams Sicherstellung der korrekten wie pünktlichen Lohn- und Gehaltsabrechnung für ca. 2.000 MA (end-to-end) operatives Mitwirken für […]
  • Salary EUR85000 – EUR100000 per annum + Homeoffice-Anteil bis zu 50%
  • Posted Posted 2 weeks ago

Thomas’ Insights

  • Career advice

What does a Head of Payroll do?

  • Posted March 24, 2025
A Head of Payroll plays a crucial role in managing and overseeing payroll operations. As businesses expand and labour laws become increasingly complex, the demand for experienced payroll professionals continues to grow. The Head of Payroll is responsible for ensuring payroll accuracy, managing payroll systems and staying compliant with labour laws. They work closely with […]
  • Career advice

How to become a Head of Payroll in Germany

  • Posted February 6, 2025
If you’re a payroll professional looking to become a Head of Payroll in Germany now or in the future, it’s important to understand the role, the skills and experience you’ll need and the best strategies for finding the right job. Here’s our guide on how to become a Head of Payroll in Germany. What is […]
  • Market Insight

Latest talent trends in HR: A focus on Germany and the Netherlands

  • Posted August 29, 2024
Global HR landscape: Skill shifts and attrition Before going into the specifics of Germany and the Netherlands, it’s crucial to understand the global context. According to recent data, the HR sector is experiencing notable changes in required skills and workforce stability.   According to LinkedIn data, the attrition rate among HR talent stands at 13% globally. […]
  • Career advice

The evolution of payroll: from administrative tasks to a business partner

  • Posted December 18, 2023
Digitalisation is still one of the hottest topics in HR. With it, there has been a shift away from typical transactional work towards advisory work. If you are a payroll specialist, now is the perfect time to expand your expertise and become a Payroll Advisor or even a Business Partner. In this article by specialist […]
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