Manager, Global Benefits and Payroll - Remote

Overview

As the Manager, Global Benefits and Payroll, you will lead the strategy, operations, and delivery of our global benefits and payroll programs across five countries. You will drive a best-in-class employee experience by designing and administering competitive, compliant benefits offerings and ensuring accurate, timely payroll. This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on execution, requiring deep expertise in global compliance, vendor management, systems, and process improvement. You’ll also serve as a key partner to Finance, Legal, and People teams, helping shape programs that support employee well-being, operational excellence, and business growth.

In Short

• Lead a comprehensive global benefits strategy that supports employee well-being, engagement, and retention.
• Oversee health, retirement, wellness, and leave programs across five countries, ensuring compliance with local regulations.
• Manage vendors and brokers to ensure performance, compliance, and a positive employee experience.
• Lead benefits renewals and open enrollment, including negotiations and communications.
• Design and implement global wellness initiatives to support physical, emotional, and financial health.
• Manage the global benefits budget, identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising program quality.
• Oversee global leave programs and ensure compliance with country-specific laws.
• Manage global immigration processes, partnering with attorneys to support employee visa needs.
• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing across five countries, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
• Serve as the payroll expert, with deep knowledge of systems, GL mapping, earnings/deductions setup, and error resolution.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience leading global payroll and benefits programs, ideally within SaaS or technology environments.
• Deep knowledge of international benefits practices and compliance across North America, EMEA, and APAC.
• Extensive experience processing complex global payrolls, including U.S. multi-state and EMEA-specific requirements.
• Proficient in HRIS, payroll, and benefits administration platforms; able to troubleshoot and optimize systems.
• Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and create actionable insights.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; able to explain complex topics to varied audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities; adept at making data-driven decisions.
• Proven success managing global vendor, broker, and third-party administrator relationships.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to build trust and work effectively across cultures and regions.
• Willingness to work standard East Coast business hours (8am–5pm ET) with flexibility to support global teams.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision benefits: Affordable health care plans and company HSA contributions, starting on Day 1.
• A 6% 401(k) match.
• Competitive time off package with 20 days of Paid Time Off, 9 Company-Paid holidays, and more.
• 12 weeks primary caregiver leave & 4 weeks secondary caregiver leave.
• Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Pet insurance.
• Legal assistance and identity theft insurance plans.
• Life insurance 2x salary.
• Access to the Calm app and the Employee Assistance Program.
• $65/month Remote work stipend for internet.