Consultancy
Consultancy
Consultancy
Delivering value and making an impact on your business’s global payroll through actionable insights: no fluff, all practical from two decades of experience.
The Global Payroll Management Framework
The fundamental basis for consultancy services lies in Max’s widely adopted and praised Global Payroll Management Framework (GPMF). This framework has matured over the past two decades and has proven its adaptability to the global payroll of businesses worldwide: across all sizes, industries, and maturity levels. It’s a fit for you too. Trust me.
Global Payroll Strategy
Purpose Statement
Design Principles
Strategic Objectives
Service Delivery Models
Global Payroll Strategy
Purpose Statement
Design Principles
Strategic Objectives
Service Delivery Models
Global Payroll Governance
Organisational Structure
Policies
Risk, Control & Compliance
Payroll Capabilities
Global Payroll Governance
Organisational Structure
Policies
Risk, Control & Compliance
Payroll Capabilities
Global Payroll Operating Model
Payroll Performance
Data Flow & Tech Stack
Ways of Working
Provider Management
Global Payroll Operating Model
Payroll Performance
Data Flow & Tech Stack
Ways of Working
Provider Management
Global Payroll Delivery
Operational Payroll Management
Pre Payroll
Run Payroll
Post Payroll
Global Payroll Delivery
Operational Payroll Management
Pre Payroll
Run Payroll
Post Payroll
Proven methodology
Proven methodology
Complexity often lies in simplicity. That’s why Max’s proven 4D methodology is holistic and all about clarity, transparency, alignment, and maximising value for you and your stakeholders.
01.
Discovery
Discovery is not just information gathering: it’s about building trust, surfacing the unspoken, and shaping a problem statement that aligns with your business priorities. A great discovery phase uncovers what you really need, such as:
Global Payroll Strategy & Policy
Global Payroll Transformation
Process Redesign & Optimisation
Payroll Performance & KPIs
…and much more!
01.
Discovery
Discovery is not just information gathering: it’s about building trust, surfacing the unspoken, and shaping a problem statement that aligns with your business priorities. A great discovery phase uncovers what you really need, such as:
Global Payroll Strategy & Policy
Global Payroll Transformation
Process Redesign & Optimisation
Payroll Performance & KPIs
…and much more!
02
Design
Design is about translating insight shared during discovery into structured solutions that are not only smart but also doable: balancing ambition with realism. These are shared with you for complete alignment on the actual deliverables.
02
Design
Design is about translating insight shared during discovery into structured solutions that are not only smart but also doable: balancing ambition with realism. These are shared with you for complete alignment on the actual deliverables.
03
Deliverables
Deliverables should not just be slides or documents; they should be enablers. They must translate insight into action. That’s why Max gives you the agreed deliverables on time and in a way you can use long after the engagement ends.
04
Debrief
The debrief is where clarity meets confidence. A strong debrief ensures momentum doesn’t fade, and that’s why Max ensures those who stay are empowered to use the deliverables.
04
Debrief
The debrief is where clarity meets confidence. A strong debrief ensures momentum doesn’t fade, and that’s why Max ensures those who stay are empowered to use the deliverables.
Did you get all excited? Get in touch with Max to book a free initial discovery so that we can discuss a short-term or long-term project. Just do it! You won’t regret it.
How Fagron formalised, optimised, and stabilised its global payroll
How Fagron formalised, optimised, and stabilised its global payroll
Max supported Fagron, a global pharmaceutical company in 25+ countries with over 3.000 employees, by developing their global payroll strategy, polic,y and process as part of a centralisation initiative. Complete alignment with the business drivers, internal complexities, and achieving maximum flexibility and standardisation.
Céline Caveye
Global HR Director Fagron
❝Max has made an outstanding contribution to our global payroll function, and specifically to the payroll centralisation across our EMEA organisation. His deep expertise in global payroll, combined with his strategic vision, resulted in clear policies, streamlined process flows, and effective playbooks that truly optimised the way of working. What sets Max apart is not only his knowledge and intelligence, but also his contagious passion and ability to engage and align all stakeholders! An invaluable asset to any payroll project!❞
Caroline van den Berg
CHRO, SPIE NL
❝Max brought outstanding value to SPIE through a comprehensive payroll assessment that delivered clear insights and concrete improvement actions. His sharp analysis and direct, constructive feedback aligned stakeholders across the organisation, from leadership to the payroll team, and created real momentum for change. He combines deep payroll expertise with transparency, reliability, and an energetic style that makes collaboration both effective and enjoyable. He speaks the language of the C suite, HR leadership, and the payroll team, which was invaluable in making the project a success.❞
Céline Caveye
Global HR Director Fagron
❝Max has made an outstanding contribution to our global payroll function, and specifically to the payroll centralisation across our EMEA organisation. His deep expertise in global payroll, combined with his strategic vision, resulted in clear policies, streamlined process flows, and effective playbooks that truly optimised the way of working. What sets Max apart is not only his knowledge and intelligence, but also his contagious passion and ability to engage and align all stakeholders! An invaluable asset to any payroll project!❞
Caroline van den Berg
CHRO, SPIE NL
❝Max brought outstanding value to SPIE through a comprehensive payroll assessment that delivered clear insights and concrete improvement actions. His sharp analysis and direct, constructive feedback aligned stakeholders across the organisation, from leadership to the payroll team, and created real momentum for change. He combines deep payroll expertise with transparency, reliability, and an energetic style that makes collaboration both effective and enjoyable. He speaks the language of the C suite, HR leadership, and the payroll team, which was invaluable in making the project a success.❞
Céline Caveye
Global HR Director Fagron
❝Max has made an outstanding contribution to our global payroll function, and specifically to the payroll centralisation across our EMEA organisation. His deep expertise in global payroll, combined with his strategic vision, resulted in clear policies, streamlined process flows, and effective playbooks that truly optimised the way of working. What sets Max apart is not only his knowledge and intelligence, but also his contagious passion and ability to engage and align all stakeholders! An invaluable asset to any payroll project!❞
Caroline van den Berg
CHRO, SPIE NL
❝Max brought outstanding value to SPIE through a comprehensive payroll assessment that delivered clear insights and concrete improvement actions. His sharp analysis and direct, constructive feedback aligned stakeholders across the organisation, from leadership to the payroll team, and created real momentum for change. He combines deep payroll expertise with transparency, reliability, and an energetic style that makes collaboration both effective and enjoyable. He speaks the language of the C suite, HR leadership, and the payroll team, which was invaluable in making the project a success.❞
Céline Caveye
Global HR Director Fagron
❝Max has made an outstanding contribution to our global payroll function, and specifically to the payroll centralisation across our EMEA organisation. His deep expertise in global payroll, combined with his strategic vision, resulted in clear policies, streamlined process flows, and effective playbooks that truly optimised the way of working. What sets Max apart is not only his knowledge and intelligence, but also his contagious passion and ability to engage and align all stakeholders! An invaluable asset to any payroll project!❞
Caroline van den Berg
CHRO, SPIE NL
❝Max brought outstanding value to SPIE through a comprehensive payroll assessment that delivered clear insights and concrete improvement actions. His sharp analysis and direct, constructive feedback aligned stakeholders across the organisation, from leadership to the payroll team, and created real momentum for change. He combines deep payroll expertise with transparency, reliability, and an energetic style that makes collaboration both effective and enjoyable. He speaks the language of the C suite, HR leadership, and the payroll team, which was invaluable in making the project a success.❞
Gabor Toth ACIPP
Payroll Manager at Abbey Logistics Group
❝ The book is clearly written, highly organized, and packed with insights you can act on immediately. It’s the kind of resource you’ll keep reaching for time and time again.❞
Chris Wenman
Payroll Manager at CBH Group
❝ Although I manage a single-country payroll team, I found the insights incredibly relevant; it’s packed with practical models to apply no matter the scale of your operation.❞
Alice Nwoke, CPP
Senior Director, Global Payroll at Sonova Group
❝ Max’s book gave invaluable guidance as I developed the strategy for my organization. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to elevate their global payroll strategy.❞
Miranda Humphries
Senior Director, EMEA Payroll at Salesforce
❝Having worked with Max’s strategic framework for years, it is an incredible resource for anyone improving payroll operations and elevate it to a strategic level.❞
Csilla Pálma Major
Global HR & Payroll Consultant at Payrollminds
❝ This book is not for the shelves! Insightful, practical, and packed with real-world value, it's earned a permanent spot on my home office desk; it never lets me down.❞
Khizar Imran
Manager Payroll Services – EMEA at Tetra Pak
❝ The book is a must-read for anyone navigating the complexities of international payroll, if you want to streamline global payroll operations and ensuring compliance.❞
Marta Halliday, M. Sc.
EMEA Payroll Manager at CSL
❝ This book is a game-changer for payroll professionals. Unlike any other payroll book, it delivers clear, practical guidance with real-world examples that are easy to apply.❞
Arianna Sara Beretta
Global Payroll Expert at Papaya Global
❝ I'm not a manager and I think it's a must for everyone working in payroll, even if from a single country. I recommend it 100%. The author helps us to keep up with the times. ❞
Gabor Toth ACIPP
Payroll Manager at Abbey Logistics Group
❝ The book is clearly written, highly organized, and packed with insights you can act on immediately. It’s the kind of resource you’ll keep reaching for time and time again.❞
Chris Wenman
Payroll Manager at CBH Group
❝ Although I manage a single-country payroll team, I found the insights incredibly relevant; it’s packed with practical models to apply no matter the scale of your operation.❞
Alice Nwoke, CPP
Senior Director, Global Payroll at Sonova Group
❝ Max’s book gave invaluable guidance as I developed the strategy for my organization. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to elevate their global payroll strategy.❞
Miranda Humphries
Senior Director, EMEA Payroll at Salesforce
❝Having worked with Max’s strategic framework for years, it is an incredible resource for anyone improving payroll operations and elevate it to a strategic level.❞
Csilla Pálma Major
Global HR & Payroll Consultant at Payrollminds
❝ This book is not for the shelves! Insightful, practical, and packed with real-world value, it's earned a permanent spot on my home office desk; it never lets me down.❞
Khizar Imran
Manager Payroll Services – EMEA at Tetra Pak
❝ The book is a must-read for anyone navigating the complexities of international payroll, if you want to streamline global payroll operations and ensuring compliance.❞
Marta Halliday, M. Sc.
EMEA Payroll Manager at CSL
❝ This book is a game-changer for payroll professionals. Unlike any other payroll book, it delivers clear, practical guidance with real-world examples that are easy to apply.❞
Arianna Sara Beretta
Global Payroll Expert at Papaya Global
❝ I'm not a manager and I think it's a must for everyone working in payroll, even if from a single country. I recommend it 100%. The author helps us to keep up with the times. ❞
Gabor Toth ACIPP
Payroll Manager at Abbey Logistics Group
❝ The book is clearly written, highly organized, and packed with insights you can act on immediately. It’s the kind of resource you’ll keep reaching for time and time again.❞
Chris Wenman
Payroll Manager at CBH Group
❝ Although I manage a single-country payroll team, I found the insights incredibly relevant; it’s packed with practical models to apply no matter the scale of your operation.❞
Alice Nwoke, CPP
Senior Director, Global Payroll at Sonova Group
❝ Max’s book gave invaluable guidance as I developed the strategy for my organization. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to elevate their global payroll strategy.❞
Miranda Humphries
Senior Director, EMEA Payroll at Salesforce
❝Having worked with Max’s strategic framework for years, it is an incredible resource for anyone improving payroll operations and elevate it to a strategic level.❞
Csilla Pálma Major
Global HR & Payroll Consultant at Payrollminds
❝ This book is not for the shelves! Insightful, practical, and packed with real-world value, it's earned a permanent spot on my home office desk; it never lets me down.❞
Khizar Imran
Manager Payroll Services – EMEA at Tetra Pak
❝ The book is a must-read for anyone navigating the complexities of international payroll, if you want to streamline global payroll operations and ensuring compliance.❞
Marta Halliday, M. Sc.
EMEA Payroll Manager at CSL
❝ This book is a game-changer for payroll professionals. Unlike any other payroll book, it delivers clear, practical guidance with real-world examples that are easy to apply.❞
Arianna Sara Beretta
Global Payroll Expert at Papaya Global
❝ I'm not a manager and I think it's a must for everyone working in payroll, even if from a single country. I recommend it 100%. The author helps us to keep up with the times. ❞
Gabor Toth ACIPP
Payroll Manager at Abbey Logistics Group
❝ The book is clearly written, highly organized, and packed with insights you can act on immediately. It’s the kind of resource you’ll keep reaching for time and time again.❞
Chris Wenman
Payroll Manager at CBH Group
❝ Although I manage a single-country payroll team, I found the insights incredibly relevant; it’s packed with practical models to apply no matter the scale of your operation.❞
Alice Nwoke, CPP
Senior Director, Global Payroll at Sonova Group
❝ Max’s book gave invaluable guidance as I developed the strategy for my organization. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to elevate their global payroll strategy.❞
Miranda Humphries
Senior Director, EMEA Payroll at Salesforce
❝Having worked with Max’s strategic framework for years, it is an incredible resource for anyone improving payroll operations and elevate it to a strategic level.❞
Csilla Pálma Major
Global HR & Payroll Consultant at Payrollminds
❝ This book is not for the shelves! Insightful, practical, and packed with real-world value, it's earned a permanent spot on my home office desk; it never lets me down.❞
Khizar Imran
Manager Payroll Services – EMEA at Tetra Pak
❝ The book is a must-read for anyone navigating the complexities of international payroll, if you want to streamline global payroll operations and ensuring compliance.❞
Marta Halliday, M. Sc.
EMEA Payroll Manager at CSL
❝ This book is a game-changer for payroll professionals. Unlike any other payroll book, it delivers clear, practical guidance with real-world examples that are easy to apply.❞
Arianna Sara Beretta
Global Payroll Expert at Papaya Global
❝ I'm not a manager and I think it's a must for everyone working in payroll, even if from a single country. I recommend it 100%. The author helps us to keep up with the times. ❞
Gabor Toth ACIPP
Payroll Manager at Abbey Logistics Group
❝ The book is clearly written, highly organized, and packed with insights you can act on immediately. It’s the kind of resource you’ll keep reaching for time and time again.❞
Chris Wenman
Payroll Manager at CBH Group
❝ Although I manage a single-country payroll team, I found the insights incredibly relevant; it’s packed with practical models to apply no matter the scale of your operation.❞
Alice Nwoke, CPP
Senior Director, Global Payroll at Sonova Group
❝ Max’s book gave invaluable guidance as I developed the strategy for my organization. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to elevate their global payroll strategy.❞
Miranda Humphries
Senior Director, EMEA Payroll at Salesforce
❝Having worked with Max’s strategic framework for years, it is an incredible resource for anyone improving payroll operations and elevate it to a strategic level.❞
Csilla Pálma Major
Global HR & Payroll Consultant at Payrollminds
❝ This book is not for the shelves! Insightful, practical, and packed with real-world value, it's earned a permanent spot on my home office desk; it never lets me down.❞
Khizar Imran
Manager Payroll Services – EMEA at Tetra Pak
❝ The book is a must-read for anyone navigating the complexities of international payroll, if you want to streamline global payroll operations and ensuring compliance.❞
Marta Halliday, M. Sc.
EMEA Payroll Manager at CSL
❝ This book is a game-changer for payroll professionals. Unlike any other payroll book, it delivers clear, practical guidance with real-world examples that are easy to apply.❞
Arianna Sara Beretta
Global Payroll Expert at Papaya Global
❝ I'm not a manager and I think it's a must for everyone working in payroll, even if from a single country. I recommend it 100%. The author helps us to keep up with the times. ❞
Gabor Toth ACIPP
Payroll Manager at Abbey Logistics Group
❝ The book is clearly written, highly organized, and packed with insights you can act on immediately. It’s the kind of resource you’ll keep reaching for time and time again.❞
Chris Wenman
Payroll Manager at CBH Group
❝ Although I manage a single-country payroll team, I found the insights incredibly relevant; it’s packed with practical models to apply no matter the scale of your operation.❞
Alice Nwoke, CPP
Senior Director, Global Payroll at Sonova Group
❝ Max’s book gave invaluable guidance as I developed the strategy for my organization. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to elevate their global payroll strategy.❞
Miranda Humphries
Senior Director, EMEA Payroll at Salesforce
❝Having worked with Max’s strategic framework for years, it is an incredible resource for anyone improving payroll operations and elevate it to a strategic level.❞
Csilla Pálma Major
Global HR & Payroll Consultant at Payrollminds
❝ This book is not for the shelves! Insightful, practical, and packed with real-world value, it's earned a permanent spot on my home office desk; it never lets me down.❞
Khizar Imran
Manager Payroll Services – EMEA at Tetra Pak
❝ The book is a must-read for anyone navigating the complexities of international payroll, if you want to streamline global payroll operations and ensuring compliance.❞
Marta Halliday, M. Sc.
EMEA Payroll Manager at CSL
❝ This book is a game-changer for payroll professionals. Unlike any other payroll book, it delivers clear, practical guidance with real-world examples that are easy to apply.❞
Arianna Sara Beretta
Global Payroll Expert at Papaya Global
❝ I'm not a manager and I think it's a must for everyone working in payroll, even if from a single country. I recommend it 100%. The author helps us to keep up with the times. ❞
Gabor Toth ACIPP
Payroll Manager at Abbey Logistics Group
❝ The book is clearly written, highly organized, and packed with insights you can act on immediately. It’s the kind of resource you’ll keep reaching for time and time again.❞
Chris Wenman
Payroll Manager at CBH Group
❝ Although I manage a single-country payroll team, I found the insights incredibly relevant; it’s packed with practical models to apply no matter the scale of your operation.❞
Alice Nwoke, CPP
Senior Director, Global Payroll at Sonova Group
❝ Max’s book gave invaluable guidance as I developed the strategy for my organization. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to elevate their global payroll strategy.❞
Miranda Humphries
Senior Director, EMEA Payroll at Salesforce
❝Having worked with Max’s strategic framework for years, it is an incredible resource for anyone improving payroll operations and elevate it to a strategic level.❞
Csilla Pálma Major
Global HR & Payroll Consultant at Payrollminds
❝ This book is not for the shelves! Insightful, practical, and packed with real-world value, it's earned a permanent spot on my home office desk; it never lets me down.❞
Khizar Imran
Manager Payroll Services – EMEA at Tetra Pak
❝ The book is a must-read for anyone navigating the complexities of international payroll, if you want to streamline global payroll operations and ensuring compliance.❞
Marta Halliday, M. Sc.
EMEA Payroll Manager at CSL
❝ This book is a game-changer for payroll professionals. Unlike any other payroll book, it delivers clear, practical guidance with real-world examples that are easy to apply.❞
Arianna Sara Beretta
Global Payroll Expert at Papaya Global
❝ I'm not a manager and I think it's a must for everyone working in payroll, even if from a single country. I recommend it 100%. The author helps us to keep up with the times. ❞
Gabor Toth ACIPP
Payroll Manager at Abbey Logistics Group
❝ The book is clearly written, highly organized, and packed with insights you can act on immediately. It’s the kind of resource you’ll keep reaching for time and time again.❞
Chris Wenman
Payroll Manager at CBH Group
❝ Although I manage a single-country payroll team, I found the insights incredibly relevant; it’s packed with practical models to apply no matter the scale of your operation.❞
Alice Nwoke, CPP
Senior Director, Global Payroll at Sonova Group
❝ Max’s book gave invaluable guidance as I developed the strategy for my organization. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to elevate their global payroll strategy.❞
Miranda Humphries
Senior Director, EMEA Payroll at Salesforce
❝Having worked with Max’s strategic framework for years, it is an incredible resource for anyone improving payroll operations and elevate it to a strategic level.❞
Csilla Pálma Major
Global HR & Payroll Consultant at Payrollminds
❝ This book is not for the shelves! Insightful, practical, and packed with real-world value, it's earned a permanent spot on my home office desk; it never lets me down.❞
Khizar Imran
Manager Payroll Services – EMEA at Tetra Pak
❝ The book is a must-read for anyone navigating the complexities of international payroll, if you want to streamline global payroll operations and ensuring compliance.❞
Marta Halliday, M. Sc.
EMEA Payroll Manager at CSL
❝ This book is a game-changer for payroll professionals. Unlike any other payroll book, it delivers clear, practical guidance with real-world examples that are easy to apply.❞
Arianna Sara Beretta
Global Payroll Expert at Papaya Global
❝ I'm not a manager and I think it's a must for everyone working in payroll, even if from a single country. I recommend it 100%. The author helps us to keep up with the times. ❞
Personal
Consult &
Mentoring
If you are looking for personal mentoring to advance your career or support you in a project you are leading with external insights, Max is here to support you personally. Get in touch.
Personal
Consult &
Mentoring
If you are looking for personal mentoring to advance your career or support you in a project you are leading with external insights, Max is here to support you personally. Get in touch.
Personal
Consult &
Mentoring
If you are looking for personal mentoring to advance your career or support you in a project you are leading with external insights, Max is here to support you personally. Get in touch.