Your opportunity

Ready to lead a function that keeps every pay day running smoothly? As Payroll Team Lead, you’ll play a central role in creating confidence and trust across Tabcorp by helping ensure our people are paid accurately and on time. Working within People & Culture, you’ll bring leadership, expertise and calm direction to a fast-paced environment while influencing service quality, compliance and continuous improvement across payroll operations.

Your role, your impact

Reporting to the Senior Manager P&C; Operations & Payroll, you’ll lead daily payroll operations, support a small team of payroll professionals and help deliver reliable, compliant payroll services across the business.

- Lead end-to-end payroll processing and review payroll outcomes

- Guide and support payroll team members through coaching

- Manage payroll queries, escalations and complex scenarios

- Monitor compliance, audits and payroll quality checks

- Improve processes and contribute to system enhancements

- Foster a continuous improvement mindset within the team.

- Partner with stakeholders to maintain payroll service standards

What you'll need to succeed

You’re a cooperative payroll professional who enjoys helping others succeed. You balance accuracy with outstanding service and bring a practical approach to solving problems.

- Experienced in end-to-end payroll processing environments

- Strong capability in payroll legislation and compliance

- Proven ability to manage competing priorities effectively

- Ability to coach,



support and develop team capability

- Experienced in payroll audits, reconciliations and reporting

- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

Perks that make a difference

We know that when we belong, we thrive. That’s why we offer:

- Time for moments that matter - from birthdays to cultural leave, flexible public holidays, and 5 days bonus leave
- 18 weeks paid parental leave for every new parent, no matter your role
- Ticketing to some of the country’s biggest racing and sports events.
- Access to our leading wellbeing app and programs to help you be your best
- A range of corporate discounts and special offers with leading retailers
- A diverse and inclusive culture where everyone belongs

Get to know us

We’re Tabcorp — home to TAB, Sky Racing, and MAX, shaping the future of our industry through digital innovation and cutting-edge technology. With a strong retail presence and a growing digital footprint, we connect customers wherever they play. We’re innovators and big thinkers in a fast-paced, exciting sector, committed to safer gambling and responsible play. Here, you’ll belong where the action is and make Tabcorp your home ground.

Make your move

Ready to make Tabcorp your home ground? Join a team that thrives on collaboration, inclusion, respect, and face to face connection. We welcome and support people of all abilities — if you need adjustments during the process, email [email protected].

📌 Payroll Team Lead (Melbourne)
🏢 Tabcorp
📍 Melbourne