Team Lead, Payroll Operations | India

Deel; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading payroll and HR platform in Singapore is seeking a Team Lead for Payroll Operations. In this role, you will manage a team of Payroll Specialists, ensuring timely and compliant payroll delivery while driving process improvements. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of payroll processing experience and strong knowledge of local regulations. This position offers competitive pay, stock grants, and the flexibility of remote work.

Benefits

Stock grant opportunities

Flexible remote work options

WeWork access

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience processing payroll for multiple entities.
• Strong working knowledge of local payroll and HR regulations.
• Experience with local payroll systems and vendor management.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for assigned customers and provide guidance as a subject matter expert.
• Lead a team of Payroll Specialists for timely payroll delivery.
• Implement and maintain payroll policies, procedures, and controls.
• Analyze payroll data to identify areas for improvement.
• Deliver training and communication to ensure understanding of payroll processes.

Skills

Payroll processing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Vendor management

Job description

Who we are is what we do.

Deel is the all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams. Our vision is to unlock global opportunity for every person, team, and business. Built for the way the world works today, Deel combines HRIS, payroll, compliance, benefits, performance, and equipment management into one seamless platform. With AI-powered tools and a fully owned payroll infrastructure, Deel supports every worker type in 150+ countries—helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly.

Among the largest globally distributed companies in the world, our team of 7,000 spans more than 100 countries, speaks 74 languages, and brings a connected and dynamic culture that drives continuous learning and innovation for our customers.

Why should you be part of our success story?

As the fastest-growing Software as a Service (SaaS) company in history, Deel is transforming how global talent connects with world-class companies – breaking down borders that have traditionally limited both hiring and career opportunities. We're not just building software; we're creating the infrastructure for the future of work, enabling a more diverse and inclusive global economy. In 2024 alone, we paid $11.2 billion to workers in nearly 100 currencies and provided healthcare and benefits to workers in 109 countries—ensuring people get paid and protected, no matter where they are.

Our momentum is reflected in our achievements and customer satisfaction : CNBC Disruptor 50, Forbes Cloud 100, Deloitte Fast 500, and repeated recognition on Y Combinator’s top companies list – all while maintaining a 4.83 average rating from 15,000 reviews across G2, Trustpilot, Captera, Apple and Google.

Your experience at Deel will be a career accelerator. At the forefront of the global work revolution, you'll tackle complex challenges that impact millions of people's working lives. With our momentum—backed by a $17.3 billion valuation and $1 Bin Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) in just over five years—you'll drive meaningful impact while building expertise that makes you a sought-after leader in the transformation of global work.

Summary

As Team Lead, Payroll Operations, you’ll take on a player-coach role, managing a team of Payroll Specialists while actively supporting payroll execution across multiple customers and entities. You will drive process improvements, maintain vendor and stakeholder relationships, and serve as a subject matter expert for payroll compliance and accuracy.

Responsibilities

Process payroll for assigned customers and provide guidance to team members as a subject matter expert

Lead a team of Payroll Specialists to ensure timely and compliant payroll delivery

Implement and maintain payroll policies, procedures, and controls

Analyze payroll data to identify areas for improvement and drive process enhancements

Deliver training and communication to internal teams to ensure understanding of payroll processes

Manage relationships with payroll vendors and tax authorities to ensure timely filings and payments

Qualifications

5+ years of experience processing payroll for multiple entities

Strong working knowledge of local payroll and HR regulations

Experience with local payroll systems and vendor management

Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills

Experience working cross functionally

Bonus for People management experience

Total Rewards

Our workforce deserves fair and competitive pay that meets them where they are. With scalable benefits, rewards, and perks, our total rewards programs reflect our commitment to inclusivity and access for all.

Some things you’ll enjoy

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

At Deel, we’re an equal‑opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy or maternity or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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