Remote Regional Director, HR Operations

PALFINGER AG; Schaumburg (IL); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the HR sector is seeking a Regional HR Operations Lead to oversee total rewards, HRIS, payroll, and international mobility. This role involves designing compensation programs, ensuring compliant payroll across countries, and leading a high-performing team. Ideal candidates will drive digital HR solutions and foster collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional HR operations across total rewards, HRIS, payroll, and international mobility.
• Design and deliver compensation and benefits programs.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll across multiple countries.
• Champion digital HR solutions and drive HRIS adoption.
• Build and lead a high-performing team managing international assignments.

Job description

Your Responsibilities

• Lead regional HR operations across total rewards, HRIS, payroll, and international mobility—driving efficient, compliant, and scalable processes that support business growth.
• Design and deliver compensation and benefits programs that attract and retain top talent while meeting local requirements and aligning with PALFINGER’s global framework.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll across multiple countries, managing complexity with precision and accountability.
• Champion digital HR solutions by driving adoption of HRIS and employee self-service tools, leading regional system rollouts and change management in partnership with global teams.
• Build and lead a high-performing team while managing international assignments end-to-end, fostering cross-functional collaboration and a culture of excellence.