Head of Payroll

Pebl

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About The Position

Pebl is an AI-powered Global Work Platform™ that enables companies to hire, pay, and manage employees in over 185 countries, aiming to remove risk and red tape from global growth. The company emphasizes that every team member drives its success and is accountable for results and impact, guided by values that promote scaling, competition, and leadership in global work. This role is for a strategic, transformational leader to head the Global Payroll product within Pebl's Employer of Record (EOR) services, international payroll and expense management solutions, and other tech-enabled payroll solutions. It's a high-impact leadership position focused on operational excellence and shaping the future of payroll as a global product. The ideal candidate will have experience with large-scale internal transformations, reimagining payroll beyond a back-office function, and partnering with clients to streamline payroll operations. The role involves leading a diverse global team of 50+ professionals, serving as a strategic partner across product, engineering, and finance, and engaging directly with clients across 185+ countries. Candidates must be located in the United States, Canada, Mexico, or Brazil.

Requirements

• Experience partnering with clients to improve payroll/financial services delivery, particularly within complex, multi-country environments.
• Proven track record implementing transformation initiatives within fast-moving, global organizations.
• Solid understanding of payroll as a product, with experience enhancing payroll capabilities or contributing to tech-enabled solutions.
• Background in consulting or operational roles, with demonstrated skills in data-driven decision-making, KPI tracking, and stakeholder collaboration.
• Experience leading regional or global teams, delivering high-quality results under tight deadlines, and working effectively in ambiguous, changing contexts.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, operational excellence, and customer-focused delivery.

Nice To Haves

• Examples of client or project work in payroll, especially in high-growth environments, are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute and shape global payroll strategy in partnership with senior leadership, ensuring alignment across Employer of Record services, technology, client service, and operations.
• Support the payroll product roadmap by collaborating with R&D and cross-functional teams, contributing insights to drive scalability, automation, and stronger customer experiences
• Oversee global payroll operations, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant delivery across multiple regions.
• Advise clients and internal stakeholders on payroll best practices and process improvements, providing a consultative approach to optimize global payroll execution.
• Lead internal process improvements, streamlining workflows, integrating systems, and leveraging automation and data to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Manage and develop a global payroll team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and a focus on continuous improvement.
• Maintain compliance and mitigate risks by working closely with Legal, Compliance, and regional experts to meet regulatory requirements worldwide.

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off – Take the time you need to recharge.
• Parental Leave – Support for growing families.
• Health and Dental Insurance – Where applicable, to cover you and your loved ones.
• Retirement Savings + Employee Incentive Plan – Plan for the future while sharing our success.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed