Team Lead, Payroll Compliance Job at Deel

Team Lead, Payroll Compliance

Deel

Location:
Multiple Countries

Category:
IT - Administration

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

The Team Lead, Payroll Compliance will ensure payroll and tax compliance across EMEA, aligning processes with legal requirements. You will lead a team of experts, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and provide compliance insights to support payroll system development. Staying informed on relevant legislative changes, you will ensure systems are updated and proactively address compliance risks. This position is vital to Deel’s mission of providing global payroll solutions, ensuring that we meet regulatory standards while delivering seamless service to our customers.

Job Responsibility:

Oversee payroll and tax compliance with region regulations, ensuring all processes align with legal requirements
Build a small team of experts to ensure coverage across critical region jurisdictions, aligned with our product strategy
Support the Product Management team by providing insights and guidance on legal and compliance issues during payroll engine development
Keep abreast of legislative changes in payroll and tax laws within the region, and advise on necessary updates to the payroll systems
Act as a liaison between engineering, product, design and compliance teams, facilitating effective integration of tax and compliance requirements
Identify potential compliance risks in payroll processes and suggest preventive or corrective actions
Review and approve payroll system process architectures and designs to ensure they meet compliance standards
Communicate with internal stakeholders and external partners, such as legal advisors, to gather and disseminate relevant compliance information
Educate product and development teams on specific compliance requirements and best practices in the region payroll context
Maintain detailed records of compliance checks, decisions, and advice provided, ensuring transparency and accountability
Regularly review and recommend improvements to payroll systems and processes to enhance compliance, efficiency, and user experience

Requirements:

A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience in payroll compliance, tax, or a related field, with a strong understanding of regional payroll and tax regulations
2+ years of experience managing teams, including responsibilities for overseeing compliance processes, providing guidance, and leading cross-functional collaboration
Strong knowledge of payroll systems, tax compliance, and legal regulations, particularly in global or regional contexts
Proficiency in analyzing compliance risks, improving payroll systems, and integrating tax and compliance requirements into product development
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to educate and collaborate with both internal teams and external stakeholders
Strong problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail and the capacity to manage complex compliance challenges
Ability to drive process improvements and deliver results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Familiarity with payroll software and systems (experience with Deel or similar platforms is a plus)
Certifications in payroll compliance, tax, or related fields are a plus (e.g., CIPP, CPA)

Nice to have:

Familiarity with payroll software and systems (experience with Deel or similar platforms is a plus)
Certifications in payroll compliance, tax, or related fields are a plus (e.g., CIPP, CPA)

What we offer:

Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location
Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country
The flexibility of remote work, including optional WeWork access

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 21, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Remote work

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Team Lead, Payroll Compliance

Deel

Location:
Multiple Countries

Category:
IT - Administration

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Nice to have:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 21, 2026

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