Global Payroll, Compliance, and Tax News: June Round-Up

What are the latest legal changes and regulatory developments impacting global payroll and compliance for multinationals? Which headlines—ranging from payroll fraud to tax controversies—are making waves? What major payroll events are coming up, and where can professionals find fresh insights and resources? Our monthly global payroll, compliance, and tax news round-up answers these questions and brings you the most relevant updates from around the world.

Tax and Wage Hikes Drive Surge in UK Pub Closures

UK pub closures hit their highest level since July 2024, with 67 pubs declaring insolvency in April following increases to National Insurance Contributions and the minimum wage. Accountancy firm Price Bailey attributes the spike to April's policy changes, which raised employer NICs to 15% and increased wage rates by up to 16.3%. Many pubs, already financially strained, were unable to absorb the added costs and are now cutting opening hours or facing insolvency.

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UK Uber Drivers See Pay Drop After Algorithm Change

A University of Oxford study has found that many UK Uber drivers are earning significantly less per hour following the 2023 rollout of a dynamic pricing algorithm. Uber’s cut of fares—its “take rate”—has risen from 25% to a median of 29%, reaching over 50% in some cases, while driver earnings have stagnated or fallen in real terms.

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Michigan Payroll Error Briefly Makes County Worker a Millionaire

A clerical error in Wayne County’s payroll system led to a $1.6 million overpayment to a longtime employee, sparking a scandal that resulted in multiple staff dismissals. The mistake occurred when a supervisor accidentally entered the worker’s ID number as an hourly rate, and the error bypassed several internal checks. Although the employee reported the issue and returned the funds, two staff members were fired and one suspended.

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UK Workers Repaid £7.4 Million After Minimum Wage Violations

Over 518 UK employers have been ordered to repay more than £7.4 million to nearly 60,000 workers who were underpaid the National Living or Minimum Wage, the government announced. The repayments follow HMRC investigations between 2015 and 2022, with offending businesses also facing penalties of up to 200% of the underpaid amounts.

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EMEA: Estonian Parliament Approves Replacement of Security Tax with Permanent Tax Rate Increases

On 18 June 2025, Estonia’s parliament approved a law replacing the temporary 2% security tax with permanent tax hikes. From 1 January 2026, income and corporate tax rates will rise from 22% to 24%, and the simplified business tax rate will increase from 20% to 22%. The VAT rate will be permanently raised to 24% starting 1 July 2025.

Read more here.

North America: Saskatchewan Set to Implement Key Employment Law Changes

On 13 May 2025, Saskatchewan’s Bill No. 5 received royal assent, paving the way for significant amendments to the Saskatchewan Employment Act (SEA), expected to take effect later this year. Once in force, the amendments will restrict when employers can request sick notes, extend various employment leaves, and introduce new rules around tips and gratuities. The bill also allows employers more flexibility in defining a workday for overtime purposes.

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LATAM: Brazil Increases Financial and Crypto Taxes Under New Provisional Measure

Brazil issued Provisional Measure No. 1.303 on 11 June 2025, raising taxes on financial institutions, investments, and virtual assets. Key changes include higher taxes on interest on net equity (from 15% to 20%) and increased CSLL rates for financial institutions (up to 15% or 20%). A flat 17.5% tax will apply to individual income from investments, crypto, and stock gains starting in 2026.

Read more here.

APAC: New Zealand Halves KiwiSaver Government Contribution and Introduces Income Cap

Effective 1 July 2025, New Zealand reduces the annual government KiwiSaver contribution from NZD 521.43 to NZD 260.72. In addition, individuals earning over NZD 180,000 annually will no longer be eligible for any government contribution. The current contribution rate remains in place for the year ending 30 June 2025, with payments to be made in July and August at the existing rate.

Read more here.

Starting 1 July 2025, Victoria will increase the payroll tax-free threshold from $900,000 to $1 million, benefiting around 28,000 businesses with lower tax bills and exempting an additional 6,000 businesses from payroll tax altogether. Eligible businesses could save up to $14,500 each. The government views this as an investment in jobs and economic growth despite budget adjustments.

Read more here.

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The Complete Payroll Guide for Australia

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Meeting deadlines for statutory tax filing and reporting is crucial for ensuring payroll compliance. Yet keeping track of deadlines across different countries and regions can pose a real challenge for global payroll managers. Here’s an overview of some upcoming compliance deadlines specific to the UK.

• 6 July 2025: Deadline to submit P11D and P11D(b) forms to HMRC for the 2024/25 tax year. These forms report expenses and benefits provided to employees and the associated Class 1A NIC liability.

• 22 July 2025: Deadline for payment of Class 1A National Insurance Contributions on employee benefits reported via P11D for the 2024/25 tax year. This payment covers employer NIC on taxable benefits provided to employees.

With the current payroll talent shortage, there are plenty of exciting opportunities for payroll professionals. Here is an overview of some current payroll and compliance job openings.

Senior Payroll Consultant – Ernst & Young

Ernst & Young’s People Advisory Services team is seeking a Senior Payroll Consultant to advise clients on integrated compliance solutions for globally mobile employees. The role involves preparing and reviewing payrolls, interpreting double taxation and social security agreements, and supporting payroll-related tax projects. Ideal candidates have a background in tax or payroll, strong knowledge of payroll and social security law, good English skills, and enjoy working on diverse projects within cross-location teams.

Find more details here.

Payroll and HR Administration Manager – Qualis

Qualis agency in Lille is recruiting a Payroll and HR Administration Manager for a major client. The role involves managing payroll for over 400 employees, partnering closely with the payroll officer, overseeing social declarations and contributions, and acting as a Business Partner to support managers. Additional responsibilities include creating social dashboards, driving service optimization projects, and leading the company’s disability policy. This permanent position offers a competitive salary and is based in Lille (France), with immediate start.

Find more details here.

Global Payroll and Compensation Manager – TLC Worldwide

TLC Worldwide is seeking a Global Payroll and Compensation Manager to oversee payroll processing across multiple countries, ensuring compliance and accuracy. The role includes managing the payroll system, conducting audits, resolving issues, and supporting global compensation programs. The position involves data analysis and reporting to provide insights to senior leadership, while maintaining strong compliance with tax laws and data privacy regulations.

Find more details here.

Global Payroll Manager – Abcam

Abcam is seeking a Global Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations across multiple regions, including the US, UK, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific. The role involves managing payroll providers, ensuring compliance with tax laws, and leading payroll transformation projects. Candidates should have at least five years of global payroll experience, strong knowledge of tax regulations, and proficiency with payroll systems like ADP or Workday.

Find more details here.

Payroll is all about numbers. Here are some interesting facts and stats from the global payroll space.

• 57% of workers worldwide are living paycheck to paycheck (Source: ADP Report).

• Ensuring local compliance remains the number one global payroll challenge (Source: PayrollOrg).

• 74% of companies currently use or plan to use cloud-based payroll systems (Source: B2B Reviews).

Webinar on Payroll & AI

The Global Payroll Association (GPA) will host a free webinar on how AI is transforming payroll with real-time actionable insights and proactive compliance combined with a far richer user experience. The webinar will take place at 10 am on 15 July and will deliver answers to key questions, such as how intelligent automation reduces manual effort and increases accuracy and enables employees to get instant answers to payslip questions.

Learn more here.

CIPP Payroll Live North

Payroll Live North is one of the major payroll events in the UK. This year’s event will take place on 9 July and will offer payroll professionals a free, full-day event at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester. The event will bring together expert-led sessions, industry insights, and networking opportunities.

Learn more here.

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Top payroll conferences and congresses to attend in 2025

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There’s a surprising amount of free high-quality resources available to payroll professionals, and new interesting reads and resources get published every month. Here’s a selection of some new publications, must-listen podcast episodes, and blogs from the payroll industry.

What’s Up With My Pay – Brand New Book by Anita Lettink

HR and Payroll Tech Advisor Anita Lettink recently published a book titled “What’s Up With My Pay?”. Aimed at graduates and early-career professionals, the book helps readers understand their payslips, navigate pay structures, and negotiate stronger job offers.

Learn more here.

Building a Resilient Payroll Calendar – A Practical Guide by Mokscha Haack

A resilient payroll calendar is the backbone of an efficient payroll process. Yet building one is no easy feat—especially for global payroll managers who must track deadlines and due dates across multiple jurisdictions. Mokscha Haack now offers a practical template on the Payroll Central Resources Hub.

Get the free template here.

Why Payroll Is Crucial for Business Success – New Episode of The Payroll Podcast

In a recent episode of The Payroll Podcast, Nick Day speaks with Anna Hammarkvist , CEO of Amesto AccountHouse and former Global Payroll Manager of the Year. Together, they explore how payroll is turning into a strategic force within organizations.

Listen to the full episode here.

How AI & Automation Are Transforming Payroll Operations – New Ebook from Lano

In our new ebook, we explore how automation and artificial intelligence are reshaping payroll by unlocking efficiency, accuracy, and strategic potential. Plus, the ebook includes plenty of quotes from Anita Lettink, delivering additional insights and hands-on advice.

Get your free copy here.

Samantha O’Sullivan on the Importance of Professional Development in Payroll

In an inspiring thought leadership interview with Lano, Samantha O’Sullivan shared her industry insights and offered fresh new perspectives on the importance of professional development in payroll. Moving away from the traditional conception of payroll as a purely numbers-focused function, she highlighted the crucial role of soft skills and explained why payroll is actually highly people-oriented.

Read the full interview here.

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