Galeries Lafayette Payroll Manager

Paris • France

Thursday, July 31, 2025

Galeries Lafayette, a distinguished name in the luxury retail sector, is part of a larger conglomerate known for its innovative and inclusive approach to commerce. The group prides itself on offering a vibrant and dynamic work environment that reflects its commitment to creativity and customer enchantment across various lifestyle domains, including fashion, beauty, home, jewelry, watches, and food.

1. Oversee the payroll process for a portfolio of 540 employees, including 50 final settlements monthly.
2. Verify and manage employee onboarding documentation such as bank details and address changes.
3. Prepare, verify, and input variable payroll elements, including bonuses and sales incentives.
4. Process work time information, including overtime, schedule changes, and therapeutic hours.
5. Monitor and manage absences, including paid leave and sick leave, and issue necessary social security attestations.
6. Administer insurance and disability files.
7. Ensure accurate monthly payroll processing.
8. Handle final settlements, including exit documents and severance calculations.
9. Manage salary advances, loans, and garnishments.
10. Provide payroll-related advice and support to Galeries Lafayette stores.
11. Conduct in-store payroll training and support as needed.

1. Advanced degree in Human Resources or Accounting (equivalent to BAC +2/3).
2. Minimum of 7 years of payroll management experience, preferably in a shared services environment.

1. Proficiency in Excel and DSN Event Reporting.
2. Familiarity with Pléiades e6 for time and payroll management.
3. Knowledge of Business Objects for mass queries and controls.
4. Strong organizational and communication skills.
5. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

A minimum of 7 years of experience in payroll management, ideally within a shared services organization.

Advanced degree in Human Resources or Accounting (BAC +2/3 or equivalent).

Fixed annual salary between €39,000 and €43,000, based on experience and profile.

Benefits include a 13-month salary, performance bonuses, employee discounts, 80% transportation cost coverage, personalized onboarding, and diverse career development opportunities.

Galeries Lafayette fosters an inclusive and supportive workplace culture, celebrating diversity with 98 nationalities represented. The company is committed to gender equality and actively combats everyday sexism, as demonstrated by its signing of the StOpE charter in 2019.