Senior Global Payroll & Legal Compliance Lead (France)

Rippling; Greater London; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking global payroll provider is seeking a Senior Global Payroll and Legal Compliance Specialist. You will manage legal compliance in payroll for the French market, ensuring alignment with evolving regulations. This role requires a strong background in French employment law, project management skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with multiple teams. Fluency in both French and English is essential, and prior experience in a tech or payroll environment is a significant advantage.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in French employment law.
• Ability to translate legal requirements into product guidance.
• Familiarity with payroll fundamentals and DSN flows.

Responsibilities

• Monitor French labor law and updates.
• Flag upcoming legal changes and assess impacts.
• Draft product guidance and compliance documentation.
• Turn legal requirements into product specifications.
• Contribute to long term roadmap decisions.

Skills

Knowledge of French employment law

Ability to interpret legal requirements

Good understanding of French payroll fundamentals

Analytical skills

Collaboration & communication

Project management skills

Education

Legal background (6+ years of experience)

Fluency in French and English

Job description

A forward-thinking global payroll provider is seeking a Senior Global Payroll and Legal Compliance Specialist. You will manage legal compliance in payroll for the French market, ensuring alignment with evolving regulations. This role requires a strong background in French employment law, project management skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with multiple teams. Fluency in both French and English is essential, and prior experience in a tech or payroll environment is a significant advantage.