Global Payroll Director

Global Payroll Director – $210,000+ base + 20% bonus & equity – Fully Remote We are partnering with a fast‑growing, international technology organisation seeking a Global Payroll Director to lead payroll strategy, operations, and transformation. This is a high‑impact leadership role for someone who thrives in scaling environments and enjoys building best‑in‑class payroll functions from the ground up. Key Responsibilities Design and implement robust payroll processes, internal controls, and timelines to ensure accurate, compliant, and efficient payroll operations across multiple regions. Partner with internal teams to build payroll dashboards and reporting capabilities that deliver actionable insights and improved visibility for leadership. Collaborate with HR and systems teams to improve Workday employee self‑service functionality, streamlining processes and enhancing user experience. Grow and strengthen the payroll team, hiring top talent and developing staff to support a complex, global organisation. Enable global growth by establishing compliant payroll processes in new jurisdictions. Lead payroll integration during acquisitions and work closely with HR, Legal, and Tax teams to ensure smooth transitions. Manage the integration of payroll systems from newly acquired businesses, ensuring alignment with company standards and seamless employee experiences. Maintain strong internal controls, manage payroll‑related audits, and ensure accurate and compliant compensation reporting. Workday Payroll and HCM, global payroll systems, reporting dashboards, employee self‑service modules. Experience Required 8 plus years of payroll experience, with a strong focus on global payroll operations across EMEA, APAC, and LATAM 5 plus years of hands‑on Workday Payroll experience Proven experience leading payroll integration projects Experience with mergers and acquisitions and the associated payroll/HR integration Familiarity with Professional Employer Organisation models and transitioning payroll in‑house Leadership experience in scaling payroll teams and building processes in complex organisations This is a fantastic opportunity for a collaborative, strategic leader who enjoys balancing global payroll operations with transformation projects. You will work closely with key stakeholders, drive process improvement, and lead a growing payroll function in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment. If you are a forward‑thinking payroll leader ready to shape the future of a global payroll function, apply today! #J-18808-Ljbffr