Technical Lead – Payroll/HR

EXCO

. Serve as the highest-level technical point of contact for payroll, HR, and statutory reporting matters .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeNantes • FranceSenior💰 €40,000 - €45,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expert knowledge in payroll administration, employment and social security legislation, and statutory reporting, while effectively managing complex payroll accounts and contributing to business development efforts. Possesses strong leadership and communication skills to train and influence teams in a high-stakes environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Expert Knowledge Of Employment LegislationPayroll Software Solutions (Silae, Sage, Cegid)Business Development In Accounting FirmsTechnical Supervision And TrainingExperience With Collective Bargaining Agreements

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Hard Skills

Payroll AdministrationStatutory Reporting (DSN)URSSAF Audit ProceduresCollective Bargaining AgreementsTechnical Expertise In Payroll Software

Soft Skills

Influential LeadershipTeaching SkillsCustomer-Service OrientationDiplomacyAttention To Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree In Payroll AdministrationMaster’s Degree In Human ResourcesBTS/DUT-Level Qualification

Industry Keywords

Payroll ProductionHR ServicesBusiness Development ActivitiesClient Relationship ManagementTechnical Point Of Contact

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the highest-level technical point of contact for payroll, HR, and statutory reporting matters
Monitor social and regulatory developments and distribute practical summaries to the teams
Review or arbitrate complex or high-risk cases
Oversee the quality and reliability of payroll production
Design and distribute standardized internal tools, templates, and procedures
Represent EXCO AVEC on the EXCO network’s payroll committee
Contribute to the practice’s business development activities, including tenders, commercial proposals, and meetings with clients and prospects
Identify opportunities for additional payroll and HR services
Represent the firm to external partners
Contribute to the development of the payroll and social services offering
Monitor the payroll department’s workload and alert the partners in the event of an imbalance
Propose scheduling and case-allocation adjustments
Contribute to ongoing training and the professional development of payroll administrators
Participate in the recruitment of payroll administrators by providing technical expertise
Manage a portfolio of technically complex payroll accounts and participate in payroll and social security contribution audits

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s to Master’s degree in payroll administration, human resources, or a related field
A BTS/DUT-level qualification combined with significant relevant experience will also be considered
At least 5 years of experience in payroll administration
Significant experience in an accounting firm or an environment involving multiple collective bargaining agreements
Previous experience as a technical supervisor, subject-matter expert, or internal trainer is a strong advantage
Expert knowledge of employment and social security legislation, statutory reporting (DSN), and URSSAF audit procedures
In-depth knowledge of several collective bargaining agreements
Excellent command of one or more payroll software solutions (Silae, Sage, Cegid, etc.)
Good understanding of business development and client relationship management in an accounting firm
Influential leadership and the ability to build consensus without direct managerial authority
Strong teaching skills and the ability to communicate technical knowledge effectively
Customer-service orientation and an interest in business development
Diplomacy and the ability to work with multiple partners
Attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to manage priorities during peak periods

Benefits

Comp & perks

Tailored, welcoming, and people-focused onboarding
Training and regulatory update meetings
€9 meal vouchers, with 60% employer contribution
Profit-sharing scheme
Flexible working arrangements, including the option to work remotely
Social events, after-work gatherings, food trucks, quiz rooms, and escape rooms