Global Payroll Director
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Global Payroll to lead the development and ongoing management of a scalable, compliant global payroll function.
This role offers the opportunity to design and operate a modern global payroll landscape, including systems, processes, and governance models that support employees across multiple countries. The Director will play a critical role in ensuring payroll accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence in a complex, international environment.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with deep expertise in payroll operations, payroll technology, and cross-border compliance. This role partners closely with internal stakeholders and external providers to deliver a seamless, reliable payroll experience while driving continuous improvement and standardization.
You will lead and develop a high-performing payroll team and serve as a trusted subject-matter expert across payroll, compliance, and systems.
What You Will Do
- Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing optimization of a global payroll operating model across multiple countries
- Partner with Human Resources, Finance, and Technology teams to align payroll processes with enterprise systems and business workflows
- Establish global payroll governance, policies, controls, and standard operating procedures
- Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing payroll team with a focus on accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Oversee payroll vendors and service providers, ensuring strong performance, controls, and service delivery
- Ensure compliance with all applicable payroll, tax, and statutory requirements in each country of operation
- Maintain strong internal controls in partnership with Finance, Legal, and Audit stakeholders
- Support accurate payroll funding, accounting, and reporting processes
- Drive process standardization and scalability to support organizational change and geographic expansion
- Provide payroll leadership and expertise for organizational changes, system transitions, and new entity setup
What You Will Bring
- 10+ years of progressive payroll experience, including leadership of large-scale, multi-country payroll operations
- Proven success implementing or transforming global payroll systems and operating models
- Hands-on experience with enterprise HCM and payroll platforms, including third-party payroll integrations
- Strong knowledge of international payroll compliance, taxation, and statutory reporting requirements
- Demonstrated ability to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives and manage change effectively
- Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across HR, Finance, and Technology functions
- Experience managing external vendors and outsourced payroll service models
- High attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and a solutions-oriented mindset
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