TMF

TMF Group is a leading provider of critical administrative services, helping clients invest and operate safely around the world. We provide legal, financial and employee administration through TMF Group’s teams in 125 offices across 87 jurisdictions, covering 92% of world GDP and 95% of FDI inflow.

As we’re a global company with 12,000 colleagues, we actively seek out people with the talent and potential to flourish at TMF Group, whatever their background, and offer job opportunities to the broadest spectrum of people. Once on board we nurture and promote talented individuals, making sure that senior positions are open to all.

The Payroll Team Leader ensures the delivery of high‑quality services to the assigned clients while fully complying with the relevant legislation. Key responsibilities include overseeing professional processes, ensuring deadlines are met, and providing guidance and support to team members. The Team Leader manages and motivates the team, supports employees’ professional development, and provides regular feedback.

The Payroll Team Leader works with a medium‑complexity client portfolio and typically coordinates the work of a team of 3–6 employees.

•    Ensure high‑quality service delivery to clients in compliance with Hungarian legislation

•    Prepare accurate annual and interim payroll reports within set deadlines

•    Coordinate team activities: scheduling, supervision, and professional support

•    Independently manage own client portfolio

•    Handle minor escalations efficiently and proactively

•    Monitor client needs and changes; ensure understanding and adherence to service agreements; support continuous improvement of client satisfaction (NPS)

•    Train and onboard new team members

•    Contribute to process improvements, workflow planning, and operational optimisation

•    Participate in the development and maintenance of internal knowledge bases and documentation

•    Coordinate audits and inspections; maintain communication with relevant authorities

•    Support the onboarding of new clients

•    Organise substitutions within the team and ensure smooth daily operations during absences

•    Provide regular feedback and conduct performance evaluations

•    Approve timesheets and employee absences

•    Ensure compliance with internal policies, IT guidelines and company standards

•    Participate in the recruitment process and conduct interviews

•    Collaborate closely with Compliance, Client Management, and other internal departments.

•    Relevant educational background

•    Minimum 4 years of professional experience

•    Up‑to‑date knowledge of payroll, social security and tax regulations

•    Solid Excel skills

•    Knowledge of the Nexon payroll system is an advantage

•    Strong command of English (spoken and written) is essential

•    Excellent communication, problem‑solving and interpersonal skills

•    Ability to work independently and with high accuracy.

Attractive benefits package – including private health insurance, a generous cafeteria allowance (such as SZÉP card), utility cost support, and car‑sharing options.

Flexibility – Enjoy the flexibility TMF provides, both in working hours and home‑office opportunities (up to 100%, depending on the role).

Supportive culture – A friendly, collaborative workplace built on teamwork, respect, and integrity. Employee wellbeing is a priority, and our no‑blame culture and strong cooperation are key to our long‑term success and stability. Colleagues who embody our corporate values are recognized through monthly and quarterly employee awards.

Positive and healthy work environment – Our office holds a Great Place to Work certification, based on one of the world’s most comprehensive and employee‑focused workplace culture assessment models.

Professional growth – Nearly half of our managers and senior colleagues were promoted internally in the past year. Your development will be supported by exciting daily work with multinational clients, collaboration with highly experienced colleagues, and a wide range of training opportunities offered by the TMF Business Academy.