Senior Director, Global Payroll

Light & Wonder • Las Vegas, NV

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Director, Global Payroll is responsible for end to end delivery of global payroll operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and consistency across all regions. Oversees a global payroll organization, including systems, processes, and vendor partnerships, to deliver scalable, efficient, and consistent operations across a complex, multi country environment. Drives continuous improvement through system optimization, standardization, and integration with a focus on strengthening governance and operational consistency. Partners cross functionally with People Capabilities, Finance, Legal, and Tax to manage risk, support business changes, and deliver a seamless creator and sci-player experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 12+ years of progressive payroll experience, including managing global payroll operations across multiple countries and regions.
• 5+ years of leadership experience overseeing global payroll teams, including experience leading distributed or multi region teams.
• Ability to lead and operate effectively in a complex, global environment, balancing strategic priorities with operational execution.
• Strong knowledge of global payroll processes and the ability to apply sound judgment in navigating complex compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to establish structure, drive consistency, and maintain control in a dynamic and evolving business environment.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues, identify root causes, and implement practical, sustainable solutions.
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to effectively engage and align diverse stakeholders across functions and levels.
• Ability to build, lead, and develop high-performing teams, fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to anticipate risks and proactively develop mitigation strategies to ensure continuity and operational stability.

Nice To Haves

• Experience across both in-house and outsourced payroll models and experience leading payroll system implementations or enhancements (e.g., ADP, Workday, or similar platforms) preferred

Responsibilities

• Direct global payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing across all regions.
• Define and implement payroll policies, controls, and procedures to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.
• Manage payroll systems, data integrity, and external partners to support operational effectiveness and scalability.
• Identify and execute process improvements to enhance efficiency, standardization, and service delivery.
• Lead, develop, and evaluate a global payroll team to ensure strong performance and capability development.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support business initiatives, workforce changes, and risk management.
• Provide oversight and support for payroll readiness during organizational changes, including acquisitions and restructures.
• Ensure alignment of payroll operations, practices, and team behaviors with Light & Wonder’s vision, mission, and values.
• Any other duties assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior