Senior Director – Global Shared Services

G-P; Ireland; Remote; EUR 156,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Flexible time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Sabbatical after 5 years

Job summary

G-P is seeking a Senior Director – Global Shared Services to lead strategic evolution, automation, and scaling of its multi‑product service delivery engine. You will own the full operational ecosystem across Tier 1 and Tier 2 teams, working with Product, Eng, and Finance to deliver a frictionless global experience.

With 12+ years in leadership within SaaS or tech operations, you will drive AI-driven features, optimized workflows, and scalable CX across regions, ensuring enterprise retention and

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive leadership in Global Shared Services, SaaS, or tech operations.
• Proven track record scaling multi-product, multi-region service delivery.
• Experience building and evolving AI/automation enabled support platforms.
• Strong cross‑functional collaboration with Product, Eng, Revenue, Legal, and Finance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic transformation and scaling of the global shared services engine across 24/7 Tier 1 and regional Tier 2 support.
• Partner with Product and Engineering to translate customer friction into AI-driven features and automation.
• Own end-to-end customer activation, onboarding, and lifecycle management for multiple product lines.
• Analyze workforce telemetry and service metrics to forecast capacity and manage SLAs.
• Design segmented CX delivery with tailored SLAs for SMB vs Enterprise and multi-product setups.
• Manage executive escalations and drive root-cause remedies for complex issues.
• Align operations with Legal, Finance, Revenue, and CS to optimize handoffs and governance.
• Mentor regional directors and managers to build a scalable leadership pipeline.

Skills

Global Shared Services

SaaS operations

AI & automation

Operational transformation

Cross-functional leadership

People leadership

Leadership in 24/7 teams

Global scalability

Tools

Databricks

Salesforce

Cursor

N8N

Job description

Senior Director – Global Shared Services

Ireland (Remote-First)

About Us

Our leading SaaS-based Global Employment Platform™ enables clients to expand into over 180 countries quickly and efficiently, without the complexities of establishing local entities. At G-P, we’re dedicated to breaking down barriers to global business and creating opportunities for everyone, everywhere.

Our diverse, remote-first teams are essential to our success. We empower our Dream Team members with flexibility and resources, fostering an environment where innovation thrives and every contribution is valued and celebrated.

The work you do here will positively impact lives around the world. We stand by our promise: Opportunity Made Possible. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, we invite you to join us in expanding your skills and helping to reshape the future of work.

At G-P, we assist organizations in building exceptional global teams in days, not months—streamlining the hiring, onboarding, and management process to unlock growth potential for all.

About The Position:

We are seeking an executive operational transformation leader to serve as Senior Director – Global Shared Services. In this role, you will lead the strategic evolution, automation, and scaling of G-P’s multi-product global service delivery engine (EOR, Contractor, and GIA). Reporting directly to theVP of Global Operations, you will own the full operational ecosystem across Tier 1 (24/7 Scaled Support) and Tier 2 (Regional Onboarding & Lifecycle Support) teams. Working closely with cross-functional leadership in Product, Engineering, Customer Success, Revenue, Legal, and Finance Operations, you will translate operational insights into core product features and automated workflows to protect enterprise retention and deliver a frictionless global experience.

What You Will Do:

• Drive Shared Services Transformation: Re-architect multi-tiered global support models (24/7 Tier 1 HR Ops/Technical Support & Tier 2 Regional Lifecycle Support) to maximize ticket deflection while maintaining exceptional CSAT.
• Lead AI & Product Feedback Loops: Partner directly with Product and Engineering leadership to translate front-line customer friction into AI-driven features, platform enhancements, and automated self-service flows.
• Own Customer Activation & Onboarding: Manage full lifecycle customer onboarding and implementation across all product lines (EOR, Contractor, GIA), ensuring rapid time-to-value for enterprise clients.
• Optimize Operational Health & Analytics: Utilize workforce management telemetry and service desk analytics to forecast capacity, optimize regional coverage, and manage key SLAs (Response Time, Re-open Rates, CSAT, FCR, TTR, and Automation %).
• Design Segmented CX Delivery: Establish customized service SLAs and high-touch support tiers tailored to distinct client segments (SMB vs. Enterprise) and multi-product configurations.
• Manage Executive Escalations: Serve as the senior escalation point for complex operational or technical issues, driving root-cause resolution and structural platform remedies.
• Align Cross-Functional Operations: Consult with Legal, Finance, Revenue, and CS teams to streamline customer handoffs and ensure business policies align with continuous improvement and compliance.
• Scale & Develop Global Leadership: Lead, mentor, and build a high-performing global team of regional directors, operational managers, and support engineers, cultivating a robust pipeline of future operational managers.

What We Are Looking For:

• 12+ years of progressive leadership experience in Global Shared Services, Technical Customer Support, Customer Onboarding, or Operations Management within SaaS or technology environments.
• Scaled Services & Onboarding Leadership: Proven track record of leading customer onboarding, technical implementations, and 1:Many scaled customer enablement programs.
• Technical Support Architecture: Demonstrated experience building and scaling multi-tiered technical support organizations (ticketing systems, API/integration support, knowledge base architecture).
• AI & Automation Fluency: Hands‑on experience leveraging modern AI, data, and automation tools (e.g., Databricks, Salesforce, Cursor, N8N) to optimize workflows and data analysis.
• Product & Engineering Partnership: Experience serving as an operational feedback mechanism to CPO/Product teams, driving platform roadmap features and automated workflows.
• Segmented CX & Escalation Management: Proven capability designing multi-tier support models for SMB/Enterprise accounts and resolving high‑stakes executive client escalations.
• Analytical & Workforce Modeling Rigor: Advanced expertise in capacity planning, service desk analytics, SLA tracking, and process improvement methodologies (Lean/Six Sigma preferred).
• Global People Leadership: Track record of developing managers, leading multi‑region 24/7 teams, and fostering a data‑driven, continuous improvement culture.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Domain Expertise: Prior leadership experience within Employer of Record (EOR), HR Technology, global mobility, immigration (GIA), or contractor management industries.
• Multi‑Country Compliance: Understanding of global HR frameworks, multi‑jurisdiction compliance, and international labor operations.

Compensation:

The annual gross fixed pay range for this position is-€156,000.00- €195,000.00 variable compensation.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws, including the National Vetting Bureau (Children and Vulnerable Persons) Act 2012, the Private Security Services Act 2004, and the Criminal Justice (Spent Convictions and Certain Disclosures) Act 2016.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws, including the National Vetting Bureau (Children and Vulnerable Persons) Act 2012, the Private Security Services Act 2004, and the Criminal Justice (Spent Convictions and Certain Disclosures) Act 2016.

Our ranges are established using objective market benchmarking data for this level of work. Final placement within the range is determined by gender-neutral criteria, including the candidate's relevant skills, experience, and specific qualifications for the role.

Actual compensation for this position may vary and will depend on multiple factors such as relevant qualifications, experience, education, and geographic location. For Full-Time Regular Employees, this position is also eligible for additional compensation as follows:

• Sales Roles: This position is eligible for a commission structure in addition to base salary.
• Non-Sales Roles: This position is eligible for an annual bonus which is paid dependent on various factors, including and without limitation, individual and company performance in addition to base salary.

G-P values its employees and offers excellent benefits and perks including generous paid parental leave, flexible time off, spending accounts, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, sabbatical after 5 years and more.

Individuals residing, or applying to work, in theUnited States: California or Philadelphia,Pennsylvania,please review the following additional information: G-P will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles City Fair Chance Act Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Act Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Act Ordinance. Los Angeles applicants can review additional information regarding the Los Angeles City Fair Chance Act here: Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance , and Philadelphia applicants can review information pertaining to Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance here: Fair Chance Poster. Any consideration of a candidate’s background check with arrest or conviction records will include an individualized assessment based on the factors required by applicable law, including the candidate’s specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job.

G-P. Global Made Possible.

G-P is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to building and maintaining a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that celebrates authenticity. We prohibit discrimination and harassment against employees or applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

G-P also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply for these positions. If you need an accommodation due to a disability during the interview process, please contact us at [e-mail].