International Payroll Specialist — EFG International AG

Ticino Clean Sagl seeks an International Payroll Specialist in Lugano to manage payroll for EFG locations outside Switzerland, ensuring compliance and supporting global platform implementation.

The company is looking for a professional to oversee payroll operations for EFG International sites located outside of Switzerland. This position serves as the primary contact for payroll matters in those regions and aims to centralize multi-country payroll management from Switzerland while supporting the rollout of a global payroll platform.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll processing for selected international offices from Switzerland, ensuring payments are accurate and on time.
• Provide backup support for payroll activities related to employees based in Switzerland.
• Liaise with external payroll providers to guarantee adherence to local tax, social security, and labor laws in each jurisdiction.
• Work closely with HR and Finance teams to align processes, maintain data integrity, and troubleshoot issues.
• Serve as the main contact for employee payroll inquiries, ensuring high data quality and timely assistance.
• Generate and review payroll reports, including salary details, contributions, and tax obligations, and assist with internal and external audits.
• Lead efforts to streamline and centralize HR and payroll processes globally, conducting regular quality checks to ensure compliance.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience managing payroll across multiple countries, preferably within international or financial services sectors.
• Deep understanding of international payroll procedures and regulatory requirements, including tax, social security, and labor law.
• Proficiency with payroll software and HR systems, with a strong focus on data accuracy and process reliability.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, capable of handling multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a regulated, international setting while maintaining strict confidentiality and integrity.
• Experience working in multicultural environments with an international perspective.
• Strong interpersonal skills, proactive attitude, and intellectual curiosity.
• Excellent communication abilities, with the capacity to explain complex payroll matters to non-experts.
• Fluent proficiency in English.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of French and/or Italian.

What the company offers

• Opportunity to take ownership of tasks and drive continuous improvement.
• A hands-on approach that encourages proactive delivery of high-quality results.
• A culture that values passion and the pursuit of excellence.
• A solution-driven mindset focused on client outcomes and risk-aware decision-making.
• A partnership-oriented environment that promotes collaboration and an entrepreneurial spirit.

About the company

EFG International is a global private banking group providing private banking and asset management services to clients in over 40 locations. The company strives to be an employer of choice by fostering a stimulating, dynamic, and inclusive work environment based on mutual respect. It believes that team diversity enhances decision-making and innovation, empowering employees to create lasting value for clients and communities.

• Commitment to an equitable and inclusive workplace founded on mutual respect.
• Supportive environment where contributions are valued and recognized.
• Belief that diverse teams drive better decision-making and innovation.
• Focus on empowering entrepreneurial minds to create value for the future.
• Dedication to providing personalized solutions on a global scale.