Global Head of Payroll and Mobility

OverviewGlobal Head of Payroll and Mobility – SandP Global

Role overview and team focus: The People Experience team is committed to creating value for colleagues through balanced, relevant, and differentiated programs and processes. We are high performing, people-focused, data driven, and adept at managing change.

About The RoleGrade Level (for internal use): 15

Responsibilities And ImpactPaying our people is a critical component to our experience framework and is a fundamental moment that matters. This role will serve as an advisor and subject matter expert for all areas related to global payroll. You will have the ability to positively impact how our people feel valued and rewarded. You will be responsible for payroll strategy, delivery and operations at a global scale, covering over 37,000 employees and spanning over 44 countries. Your remit will involve partnering and collaborating across senior leadership in People, Finance, Technology, and divisional business lines. You will be a key decision maker.

Provides strategic planning, tactical direction and day to day management alongside governance of global payroll function.

Accountable for leading international payroll strategy to harmonize payroll vendors across 40+ countries.

Responsible for compliance, reporting and fiduciary oversight of approximately 1M transactions, $1B USD in salary wages and $200M+ USD in bonus payments per annum.

Manages vendor relationship and retained organization to ensure delivery of end-to-end payroll solutions in a cost-effective manner.

Maintains standard operating and regulatory procedures globally with respect to audit, privacy, tax reporting, and controls.

Leadership of an international payroll team, directs and manages global payroll operations, outsourcing governance, service delivery and issue resolution.

Ensures compliance and fiduciary oversight of the company''s payroll function across all regions. Ensures accurate yearend processes for earnings and tax statements globally.

Represents Global Payroll on corporate committees and MandA teams and manages and controls global budget.

Forecasting and monitoring fringe benefits expense for US employees (-$215M USD), partnering with Global Head of Benefits and US Benefits Committee.

Ensures strong partnership with SVP, Regional People Partnership regarding regional initiatives that require payroll expertise.

Ensures that active and retired members of the Board of Directors are compensated in accordance with plan designs and elections; provides information for annual tax reporting and proxy disclosure.

Responsible for transformation of pay services, consolidating and simplifying the function, process, technology, and vendors.

Creation of a best-in-class service delivery and operating model leveraging in-house team, 3rd party vendors, and key technology partners.

Compensation/Benefits Information:

(This section is only applicable to US candidates)

SandP Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $160,269 to $330,000. Final base salary will be based on geographic location, experience, skill set, training, licenses and certifications.

In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan and benefits.

For more information on benefits, please click here.

What We’re Looking ForBasic Required Qualifications:

Expert (15+ years) experience within global payroll environment

Proven experience in a senior payroll leadership role, with a focus on digital transformation

Deep knowledge and experience working with payroll vendors and platform technologies; includes Workday Payroll experience or deep module knowledge

Experience setting up payroll requirements for new tax entities and end-to-end MandA initiatives

Experience in and understanding of mobility programs and practices

Additional Preferred Qualifications

Proven leader directing, managing, and nurturing global teams

Innovation bias; willing to challenge the status quo and experiment to see beyond today

Growth mindset: continuous learning as a key to opportunity and adversity

Exceptional communication skills and ability to influence; ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization

What’s In It For YouOur Purpose: Progress requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology—the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world. We transform data into Essential Intelligence to pinpoint risks and open possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

Our People: We’re more than 35,000 strong worldwide, driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find sustainable ways of doing business.

Our Values: Integrity, Discovery, Partnership. We focus on Powering Global Markets with integrity, discovery, and close partnership with each other and our customers.

BenefitsWe take care of you, so you can take care of business. Our Benefits Include:

Health and Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

Flexible Downtime: Generous time off to stay energized.

Continuous Learning: Resources to grow your career and skills.

Invest in Your Future: Competitive pay, retirement planning, education programs, and financial wellness programs.

Family Friendly Perks: Perks for partners and children, with best-in-class benefits for families.

Beyond the Basics: Retail discounts and referral incentives.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Equal Opportunity and ComplianceGlobal Hiring and Opportunity at SandP Global – we are committed to fairness, transparency, and merit. Equal Opportunity Employer: all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to protected status. If you need an accommodation during the application process, please email EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com.

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US Candidates Only: EEO laws and pay transparency posters apply. See posted links for details.

Job ID: 318036 • Posted On: 2025-07-18 • Location: New York, NY, United ..... full job details .....