Team Leader for the Payroll Department

Do you want to lead an important function that ensures correct and timely salary payments to employees?

We are looking for a committed and development-oriented team leader for the Payroll Department. You will be responsible for the daily management of a competent team and become a key person in the work of ensuring high quality, efficient operations, and good service to managers and employees throughout the municipality.

As a team leader, you must create the framework for a strong professional environment where collaboration, development, and quality are in focus.

About the position

The Payroll Department is responsible for payroll administration for employees and plays a central role in the organization. As a team leader, you will have both professional and personnel responsibilities for the employees in the department and must ensure that tasks are completed correctly, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable legislation, agreements, and administrative guidelines.

You will report to the HR manager and engage in close collaboration with HR and other leaders across KNI A/S.

As a Team Leader, your primary tasks will be:

• Daily management and coordination of work in the payroll department

• Ensure correct and timely salary payments

• Quality assurance of payroll processes and administrative workflows

• Guide and support employees in professional matters

• Contribute to the development and optimization of administrative processes

• Ensure compliance with applicable agreements, contracts, and legislation

• Prepare analyses, statistics, and management information

• Collaborate with professional organizations and external partners

• Contribute to the digitization and development of payroll and HR systems

We want the position filled by a person who:

• Has a relevant educational background in administration, economics, HR, or similar

• Has solid experience with payroll and personnel administration

• Has leadership experience or documented leadership competencies

• Has in-depth knowledge of agreements and administrative regulations

• Works in a structured manner and has an eye for detail without losing overview

• Is responsible, service-minded, and solution-oriented

• Can create motivation, well-being, and development in the team

• Has good collaboration and communication skills

To the right applicant, we offer:

·       A salary that matches your competencies

• An exciting leadership position with influence on the development of the payroll area

• Professional and personal development opportunities

• An engaged and competent employee team

• A cross-disciplinary collaborative environment focused on development and quality

If you want further information about the position, you are welcome to contact HR manager Kista Erfurt Lyberth at phone 86 24 43 or email kkr@kni.gl.

Application

A detailed application with information about education and previous confirmation attached CV, statements, and references must be received by us no later than August 20, 2026

The application should be sent to:

KNI A/S

HR Department

P.O. Box 319

3911 Sisimiut

Email: jobs@kni.gl

Greenland is a society in rapid development. So is KNI, which connects the vast country with vital supplies.

The service center is located in Greenland's second-largest city, Sisimiut, close to the Arctic Circle. We employ about 900 employees throughout Greenland and have an annual turnover of over 2.5 billion DKK.

Gaining insight into our group is also gaining insight into modern Greenland's history, social structure, and development. Welcome to a world of responsibility and challenges. Welcome to KNI's world.