Global Leader of Payroll

Join to apply for the Global Leader of Payroll role at WiseTech Global Shape the future of global payroll at WiseTech Global. We’re not just building software, we’re transforming the way the world moves goods. Our technology powers over 17,000 logistics companies across 193 countries. With 7,000+ employees and a presence in every major logistics hub, WiseTech Global is the operating system for global trade. Now, we’re looking for a Global Leader of Payroll to join our high-impact team and lead payroll operations at a truly global scale. Why This Role Matters Payroll is the backbone of any organization, and at WiseTech, it spans 38 countries and thousands of employees. This role is your opportunity to define and execute a global payroll strategy that ensures compliance, drives efficiency, and supports our rapid growth. You’ll lead a large, high-performing global team, partner with senior stakeholders across Finance, People, Legal, IT, and deliver payroll excellence that empowers our people worldwide. What You’ll Do Execute and evolve our global payroll strategy, transitioning offshore payrolls to a centralized global platform. Oversee end-to-end global payroll operations, ensuring accurate, timely processing and compliance with all reporting obligations. Lead major payroll transformation projects, including system implementations, upgrades, and harmonization initiatives. Drive process improvements to enhance scalability, accuracy, and efficiency. Ensure compliance with payroll regulations, tax laws, and social security requirements across multiple jurisdictions. Develop global payroll policies and controls, embedding best practices and mitigating risk. Partner with senior leadership to advise on payroll implications of policy changes and strategic decisions. Manage relationships with auditors, tax authorities, and external vendors to ensure seamless delivery and compliance. Who We’re Looking For Proven experience leading large-scale, complex global payroll operations. Expertise in global payroll compliance, controls, and transformation initiatives. Strong track record in automation, process redesign, and team capability building. Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, with influence at executive level. Pragmatic, solutions-focused leader who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments. Passionate about developing people and embedding global ways of working. Why Join WiseTech Global? We’re a company that thrives on innovation and impact. With revenue exceeding $1 billion and operations spanning the globe, we’re shaping the future of logistics technology, and payroll is a vital part of that journey. Here, you’ll have the autonomy to lead, the resources to innovate, and the opportunity to make a global difference. If you would like to have a confidential conversation about this role, please contact our Talent Specialist, Ashley McDonald. Before You Apply From time to time, WiseTech Global may use external service providers to assist us with assessing applications, including background checks, on our behalf. Accordingly, by applying for this role and providing your personal information to WiseTech Global, you consent to WiseTech Global providing this information to our external service providers who are required to treat such information with strict confidentiality in line with privacy and data protection laws and regulations. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Finance Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage and Technology, Information and Media #J-18808-Ljbffr