The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly experienced Payroll Governance Manager to lead governance, compliance, and risk management across our national payroll function. This is a pivotal strategic role responsible for ensuring payroll integrity, strengthening internal controls, and driving continuous improvement across a complex, high-volume environment. You will play a central leadership role in shaping our payroll governance framework, supporting system optimisation, and embedding best practice across standards, compliance, and reporting. This is an outstanding opportunity for a seasoned payroll governance specialist who thrives in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment, and who is passionate about building capability and lifting organisational performance.

What You Will Bring

You are an accomplished payroll governance professional with deep technical expertise and a proven ability to influence across a large organisation. You have a strong grasp of Australian legislation, industrial instruments, and payroll systems, combined with the leadership capability to guide teams through complexity and change.

Your strengths include analytical thinking, risk management, process improvement, and a commitment to accuracy and compliance. You will bring:

• At least 10 years in payroll, including 5+ years managing governance and compliance functions in a complex, high-volume environment.
• NES, Fair Work Act, taxation requirements, labour laws, and award/EA interpretation.
• Experience leading automation, optimisation, and system enhancement projects.
• Ability to identify emerging risks, solve complex problems, and implement preventative controls.
• Empathetic, supportive, and capable of building a high-performance culture focused on learning and continuous improvement.

Key Accountabilities:

• Oversee governance frameworks, policies, and internal controls to ensure compliance with Australian payroll legislation and organisational standards.
• Lead and mentor a team of Governance Analysts and Workstream Leads spanning systems/configuration, statutory compliance, and project delivery.
• Proactively identify compliance risks, manage audit schedules, and implement risk-mitigation strategies.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance payroll processes, systems, and reporting capabilities.
• Collaborate closely with key stakeholders including Industrial Relations, Tax, Audit, HR, and operational leaders to address compliance issues and maintain payroll integrity.
• Lead the development of training programs and contribute to building a culture of capability, consistency, and excellence within the payroll team.
• Ensure clear documentation, regular monitoring, and strong governance standards across all payroll activities.

Desirable

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in business, finance, HR, or a related discipline.
• Experience with large ERP/payroll systems (e.g. Workday, SAP, Chris21).
• Exposure to major system implementations or large-scale transformational projects.
• Strong influencing and stakeholder engagement skills across corporate and operational teams.

Benefits

• Attractive remuneration package, complemented by comprehensive benefits designed to recognise your impact and support your overall wellbeing.
• Leadership and professional development opportunities, with clear pathways for advancement across Australia’s largest private healthcare provider.
• Access to an exclusive rewards program, offering premium discounts and privileges with leading national and global brands.
• Join a purpose-driven organisation at a pivotal moment, where you can lead meaningful transformation and influence the future of high-quality healthcare across the Ramsay network.

About Ramsay Health Care

Founded in Australia in 1964, Ramsay Health Care is the nation’s largest private hospital operator and a global leader in healthcare excellence. With 76 hospitals and 12 surgical centres serving more than 1.1 million patients each year, Ramsay is powered by a dedicated team of over 30,000 professionals across Australia. Guided by our ethos, “People Caring for People,” we are committed to exceptional patient care, meaningful relationships, continuous improvement, and sustainable growth. Beyond our extensive hospital network, we also operate two public facilities, including Joondalup Health Campus, and a community pharmacy network spanning more than 35 locations. Through our culture, “The Ramsay Way,” we prioritise our people, fostering collaboration and empowering teams to deliver outstanding outcomes for patients and communities alike.

To Apply

All applications should include your CV outlining your experience and skills in line with the above. Applications close Sunday 21^st December 2025. Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com