Team Lead, Payroll Regulatory Compliance EMEA

About Deel

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, Capterra, 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 B in 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.

The Role: Team Lead, Payroll Regulatory Compliance EMEA

The Team Lead, Payroll Regulatory Compliance EMEA will ensure payroll and tax compliance across EMEA, aligning processes with legal requirements. You will lead a team of experts, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and provide compliance insights to support payroll system development. Staying informed on relevant legislative changes, you will ensure systems are updated and proactively address compliance risks. This position is vital to Deel’s mission of providing global payroll solutions, ensuring that we meet regulatory standards while delivering seamless service to our customers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll and tax compliance with region regulations, ensuring all processes align with legal requirements.
• Build a small team of experts to ensure coverage across critical region jurisdictions, aligned with our product strategy.
• Support the Product Management team by providing insights and guidance on legal and compliance issues during payroll engine development.
• Keep abreast of legislative changes in payroll and tax laws within the region, and advise on necessary updates to the payroll systems.
• Act as a liaison between engineering, product, design and compliance teams, facilitating effective integration of tax and compliance requirements.
• Identify potential compliance risks in payroll processes and suggest preventive or corrective actions.
• Review and approve payroll system process architectures and designs to ensure they meet compliance standards.
• Communicate with internal stakeholders and external partners, such as legal advisors, to gather and disseminate relevant compliance information.
• Educate product and development teams on specific compliance requirements and best practices in the region payroll context.
• Maintain detailed records of compliance checks, decisions, and advice provided, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Regularly review and recommend improvements to payroll systems and processes to enhance compliance, efficiency, and user experience.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in payroll compliance, tax, or a related field, with a strong understanding of regional payroll and tax regulations.
• 2+ years of experience managing teams, including responsibilities for overseeing compliance processes, providing guidance, and leading cross-functional collaboration.
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems, tax compliance, and legal regulations, particularly in global or regional contexts.
• Proficiency in analyzing compliance risks, improving payroll systems, and integrating tax and compliance requirements into product development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to educate and collaborate with both internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail and the capacity to manage complex compliance challenges.
• Ability to drive process improvements and deliver results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Familiarity with payroll software and systems (experience with Deel or similar platforms is a plus).
• Certifications in payroll compliance, tax, or related fields are a plus (e.g., CIPP, CPA).

Key skills/competency

• Payroll Compliance
• Tax Regulations EMEA
• Team Leadership
• Product Integration
• Risk Management
• Legislative Monitoring
• Stakeholder Communication
• Process Improvement
• Payroll Systems
• Global Payroll