Join Mauve Group as a Global EOR Payroll Assistant

Location(s)

South Africa and Malta.

You must currently live in any of the countries above and have the legal right to work there.

As a global company with locations around the world, you can opt to work from home or choose a hybrid approach where we have an office.

Employment and contract type

Permanent, full-time.

Salary

• South Africa: ZAR 314,011 - ZAR 359,042 per annum (grade 3).
• Malta: EUR 18,679 - EUR 21,357 per annum (grade 3).

Who is Mauve Group, and what do we do?

Mauve Group was established in 1996 with a simple office in Italy. Since then, we have expanded to become a leading, award-winning provider of Employer of Record (EOR) and global employment solutions – powered by our all-in-one workforce management platform.

We operate in 150+ countries across seven regions, supporting businesses and organisations across 70+ industries as they scale internationally and manage their global workforces.

Our mission is to reduce risk, maximise compliance, and enhance employee satisfaction throughout the global HR process.

But that’s not all. Mauve is a people-first community. We understand that our employees are diverse individuals with fulfilling lives beyond work. For those who join us, we offer a range of perks and benefits to support your personal growth and wellbeing – more on these later.

The main purpose of your role

The Global EOR Payroll Assistant is responsible for supporting the activities of the Payroll department.

You’ll coordinate monthly payroll activities across your allocated countries, liaising with clients and local payroll providers to ensure timely and accurate wage processing.

You’ll also support the Sales and Business Development teams by providing payroll simulations and handling follow-up queries. Attention to detail and strong communication are key.

Flexibility is essential – you’ll work general local office hours with occasional adjustments to accommodate US business hours.

What will you be doing as a Global EOR Payroll Assistant?

• Processing monthly payrolls efficiently and accurately across allocated countries.
• Tracking and applying payroll changes from clients.
• Ensuring new starters are registered promptly and leavers are processed correctly.
• Reviewing and approving payroll reports and invoices from local partners.
• Delivering payroll reports in time for employee pay dates.
• Providing monthly invoicing figures to Finance.
• Responding to payroll queries from employees and clients.
• Producing payroll cost simulations and supporting Sales/BD teams.
• Assisting the Payroll Manager with process reviews and project work.
• Monitoring local legislation to ensure compliance and inform clients of changes..
• Checking work from colleagues and supervising assistants, when required.
• Collaborating with payroll colleagues to minimise errors.
• Participating in client meetings to discuss payroll solutions and resolve issues.
• Communication & reporting.
• Notifying internal teams of legislative changes affecting employees or clients.
• Ensuring internal reports are updated accordingly.

Requirements

If you have a mix of the following skills and personal attributes, you may be who we’re looking for.

Qualifications

Essential

• University degree in a related subject or relevant qualification.

Desirable

• Professional qualification or training in payroll.

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• 3+ years’ experience of working within a busy finance and/or payroll position.
• Must have the legal right to work in either South Africa or Malta.
• Knowledge of international business terminologies and application.
• Experience of business administration.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential data.

Desirable

• Some knowledge of international payroll compliance.
• Experience of working with global payroll.

Skills

Essential

• Strong numerical and IT skills (MS Office).
• Advanced English communication (verbal and written).
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Desirable

• Problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.

Personal attributes

• Strong attention to detail, with high standards of accuracy and quality.
• Comfortable working to deadlines and managing multiple priorities.
• Able to work independently and flexibly.
• Flexible and proactive approach to workload with conflicting deadlines.
• Strong team working skills.
• Quick learner with a drive for continuous improvement.
• Positive attitude with strong interpersonal skills.
• Confident and adaptable.
• Discreet and committed to confidentiality.

Perks and benefits

• Generous annual leave, plus public holidays based on location.
• Extra annual leave for your birthday or an alternative celebration day.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Pension plan with contributions from Mauve Group (where applicable).
• Opportunities for professional growth via Mauve Academy – our learning portal.
• Annual training allowance for career development.
• Hybrid working environment, with home setup allowance (where applicable).
• Optical benefits (£155/€180 toward eye tests, glasses, and lenses).
• Exciting opportunities, including domestic/international travel, team meet-ups, and company-wide events.

Apply now

Please direct your cover letter to Maya Fodor – Global EOR & Payroll Manager, explaining why you want to work at Mauve Group and how your experience, skills, and qualifications align with the role.

Send your cover letter and CV in English, with the job title in the subject line, to recruitment@mauvegroup.com.

Good luck!

What’s next?

• Applications close on 23^rd February 2026 – first interviews are likely to be held on 2^nd March 2026.
• Due to the high volume of applications, we may not be able to respond to everyone. If you haven’t heard from us by 6^th March 2026, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.
• We reserve the right to close the job posting early, if we receive a high number of applications.

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Equality and diversity statement

Mauve Group operates in many parts of the world, each with unique cultural identities, and is committed to equality of opportunity and freedom from discrimination.

We accept, respect, and celebrate diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. By embracing these differences, we drive innovation and business growth.