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Maximum ManagementFrazer Jones USA

Global Payroll Director

Maximum ManagementFrazer Jones USA, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Representing a newly formed global organization, we are proud to be leading the search for a Director of Global Payroll. This newly created role will design, implement, and manage a best‑in‑class global payroll function, consolidating multiple country payrolls into a unified, compliant, and efficient solution.

This is a pivotal role offering the opportunity to build foundational systems, lead strategic initiatives, and shape the payroll experience for employees worldwide. As the Director of Global Payroll, you will be responsible for:

Responsibilities

Leading the design, implementation, and integration of a new global payroll solution across multiple countries

Partnering with HR, Finance, and IT to ensure seamless integration with Workday HCM

Establishing global payroll governance, policies, and standard operating procedures

Building and managing a high‑performing global payroll team

Overseeing vendor selection, management, and performance

Ensuring compliance with payroll, tax, and reporting requirements in all operating countries

Maintaining robust internal controls in collaboration with Audit and Legal teams

Supporting accurate payroll accounting, reporting, and funding processes

Driving process standardization and scalability for growth and new market entry

Providing payroll expertise for M&A, divestiture, and new entity stand‑up activities

Qualifications

Professional with 10+ years of progressive payroll experience, including leadership of global, multi‑country operations

Proven success implementing new payroll platforms or transforming global payroll operations at scale

Hands‑on experience with Workday HCM, Workday Payroll, CloudPay, and third‑party integrations

Strong knowledge of international payroll compliance, taxation, and statutory reporting

Ability to lead complex, cross‑functional projects and manage change effectively

Skilled in vendor management and service delivery oversight

Exceptional attention to detail and analytical capability

Preferred: Experience in carve‑outs, start‑ups, or new company stand‑ups

Preferred: Professional certifications such as CPP, GPMI, or equivalent international designation

As a specialist HR & Reward search and recruitment firm, we are excited to present this opportunity within a dynamic, global organization during a period of transformation. This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic and hands‑on payroll leader to build a world‑class function and contribute to shaping the future of global operations.

If this opportunity aligns with your experience, please apply. Please note that our client is unable to provide visa sponsorship or relocation for this role. The listed salary range serves as a guide and the salary offered within that range to the selected candidate will be based on experience, qualifications, and location.

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