Director of Global Payroll & Mobility

We are seeking an experienced and strategic leader to serve as Director of Global Payroll & Mobility, responsible for leading Quantinuum's global payroll operations, time and attendance administration, mobility programs, immigration processes, and relocation support.

Key Responsibilities:

Global Payroll Operations

• Lead end-to-end global payroll operations across all countries and entities.
• Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing in partnership with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
• Establish payroll governance, controls, audit processes, and operating procedures.
• Manage payroll provider relationships and service delivery performance.
• Partner with Finance on payroll accounting, reconciliations, accruals, and reporting.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance payroll accuracy and operational efficiency.

Time & Attendance Administration

• Own global time and attendance processes and supporting systems.
• Ensure integrity of employee time data and payroll integrations.
• Monitor exception reporting and ensure timely issue resolution.
• Establish controls and audits to improve compliance and data quality.

Global Mobility & Immigration

• Oversee global mobility programs, including international assignments, transfers, visas, and work permits.
• Manage relationships with immigration counsel and mobility service providers.
• Coordinate payroll, tax, and compliance requirements associated with cross-border employee movement.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations while supporting business mobility needs.

Relocation Administration

• Manage global relocation programs and vendor relationships.
• Oversee relocation benefits administration and employee support services.
• Monitor program effectiveness, cost management, and employee experience.

Equity Administration Partnership

• Partner with Total Rewards, Finance, and Legal to support equity administration processes.
• Ensure proper payroll treatment and taxation of equity transactions.
• Support employee education and inquiries related to payroll impacts of equity awards.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Maintain compliance with global payroll, employment tax, and labor regulations.
• Ensure payroll records and supporting documentation remain audit ready.
• Lead internal and external audits related to payroll and mobility processes.
• Monitor regulatory developments and implement necessary process changes.

Leadership & Governance

• Lead and develop a high-performing payroll and mobility team.
• Establish KPIs, SLAs, and reporting mechanisms to measure operational effectiveness.
• Promote a culture of customer service, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with executive leadership on operational risks, workforce planning, and growth initiatives.

YOU MUST HAVE:

• Bachelor's degree minimum
• Minimum 8+ years of progressive payroll leadership experience.
• Minimum 5+ years managing global payroll operations and teams.
• Experience supporting multi-country payroll environments.
• Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status
• Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.

WE VALUE:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Human Resources, Accounting, or related field.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or equivalent certification.
• Strong knowledge of payroll taxation, compliance, and audit controls.
• Experience with ADP, Celergo, Workday, or global payroll platforms.
• Experience supporting equity administration and payroll taxation.
• Mobility, immigration, or expatriate administration experience.
• Experience supporting a high-growth technology or public-company environment.
• Strong analytical and process improvement capabilities.