Director, Global Payroll

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage global payroll operations across EMEA, Americas, and APJ regions
• Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing for all employees, including expatriates and remote workers
• Maintain compliance with local, national, and international payroll laws and tax regulations
• Coordinate with HR and Finance teams to ensure accurate employee data and salary information
• Implement and maintain payroll systems and software to drive automation and process improvements
• Manage relationships with third-party payroll providers and oversee service delivery
• Handle payroll audits and participate in statutory reporting requirements
• Resolve complex payroll issues and respond to employee queries
• Monitor and report on key payroll metrics and trends to senior leadership

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• 15+ years of experience managing multi-country payroll operations, preferably in the technology sector
• Strong understanding of global payroll regulations, compliance, and tax issues
• Proficiency with payroll software systems such as ADP, SAP SuccessFactors, or Workday
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Outstanding communication skills and ability to collaborate across cultures
• Fluency in English

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional payroll certification (such as CPP, CIPP, or equivalent)
• Experience working in a rapidly growing, international software company
• Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and implement new technologies
• Strong leadership and people management skills

Benefits

• 25 vacation days, 4 sick days, and 21 paid medical leave days
• 4 extra global VeeaMe Days for self-care and 24 paid volunteer hours annually
• Premium private medical insurance for employees and dependents
• Daily meal vouchers and a flexible cafeteria platform for lifestyle benefits
• Multisport Card for wellness and annual public transport reimbursement
• Opportunities for professional growth through LinkedIn Learning, mentoring, and workshops

About the Company

Veeam is the Data and AI Trust Company, specializing in helping organizations ensure their data and AI are fully understood, secured, and resilient. As a market leader in data resilience and security posture management, Veeam protects over 550,000 customers worldwide. Headquartered in Seattle with offices in more than 30 countries, we help the world's biggest brands accelerate safe AI at scale.