Senior Payroll & Compensation Specialist
About Us:
We are the leading global brand in the logistics industry, offering an unrivalled portfolio of logistics services across multiple modes of transportation to a diverse range of customers across the globe. We connect people and businesses securely and reliably, enabling global sustainable trade flows. With specialized solutions for growth markets and industries, including technology, life sciences, and healthcare, engineering, manufacturing and energy, auto-mobility, and retail, we are decisively positioned as "The logistics company for the world."
Payroll & Compensation Senior Specialist (Part-Time / 2 days per week)
Are you an experienced payroll professional looking for greater flexibility, reduced hours, or an opportunity to return to the workforce while still making a meaningful impact? We are looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented
Payroll & Compensation Senior Specialist
to join our Human Resources team on a part-time basis. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex payroll challenges, working with data, and partnering with stakeholders across HR, Finance and Operations.
We're looking for someone who combines strong payroll expertise with exceptional analytical capability. If you are comfortable navigating payroll systems, managing payroll tax obligations, and can turn complex data into meaningful insights through advanced spreadsheets and reporting tools, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Be Doing
Supporting payroll activities in partnership with our offshore Payroll Team
Managing payroll-related compliance and governance activities including payroll tax obligations and state revenue reporting
Overseeing superannuation and statutory payroll-related payments
Acting as a super-user for payroll and HR systems
Leading and supporting annual remuneration processes, including merit reviews and bonus programs




Developing reporting tools, dashboards and spreadsheets to support business decision-making
Identifying opportunities for process improvement, automation and system enhancements
What We're Looking For
Proven experience in payroll administration, payroll governance or compensation and advantages
Robust understanding of Australian payroll legislation, payroll tax, superannuation and statutory requirements
Experience working with payroll and HRIS platforms
Excellent attention to detail and ability to work accurately against tight deadlines
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Exposure to compensation, remuneration or reward programs
Advanced spreadsheet skills, including complex formulas, data analysis, reporting and automation
Experience supporting annual salary review or bonus processes
Why Join DHL?
At DHL Global Forwarding, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a collaborative, supportive and inclusive culture where flexibility and wellbeing are genuinely valued.
This part-time opportunity would particularly suit:
Parents returning to the workforce
Experienced payroll professionals seeking improved work-life balance
Individuals looking to reduce their working hours while maintaining a rewarding and meaningful role
Professionals seeking a flexible role that leverages their payroll and analytical expertise
About You
You are a payroll expert who loves digging into data. You're known for your accuracy, your ability to solve problems, and your knack for creating spreadsheets that make everyone else's job easier. Whether it's payroll tax calculations, annual remuneration cycles, data analysis or process improvement, you take pride in delivering quality outcomes and providing trusted support to stakeholders.
If you're looking for a flexible role where your expertise will make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.
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📌 Senior Payroll & Compensation Specialist (Melbourne)
🏢 DHL Global Forwarding (Australia
📍 Melbourne