Senior Manager - Global Compensation and Payroll Services

Job Description

Company Description:

Vialto Partners is a market leader in global mobility services. Our purpose is to ‘Connect the world’. We are unique and the only stand-alone global mobility business. This presents a rare opportunity for our clients, stakeholders, and colleagues.

Our teams help companies streamline and effectively manage their global mobility programs in a cost-efficient and compliant manner. Our services focus on providing cross-border compliance and risk assessment for tax, immigration, business travel, rewards and compensation, and remote work.

Working at Vialto Partners is about getting the chance to be part of a global and dynamic team. Globally, Vialto Partners has over 6,500 staff in over 50 countries around the world, and continues to grow. You will work with clients from a range of industries and different geographical locations. We believe in connecting the world and supporting our colleagues to do the same in their careers by undertaking assignments and opportunities globally that broaden their skills and ultimately benefit our clients.

Vialto is unstoppable when we work together in a culture of belonging, where everyone can thrive. We encourage employees to bring their true selves and share their unique talents and expertise to positively impact the communities we serve.

We are seeking a strategic and experienced Senior Manager to join our Global Compensation and Payroll Services team within our fast-growing Total Comp technology environment. This role is critical in leading global implementations, optimising operational delivery, and ensuring tax and mobility compliance for multinational clients. You will lead the team, drive technology-enabled solutions, streamline processes, and enhance service delivery while managing key client relationships.

Your responsibilities:

1. Lead and oversee global payroll and compensation technology implementations, ensuring seamless integration and process optimization.
2. Serve as the primary client liaison, managing senior stakeholder relationships and ensuring strategic alignment.
3. Oversee end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring data accuracy, timely processing, and compliance with KPIs and SLAs.
4. Identify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and risk mitigation strategies.
5. Conduct data validations and reconciliation analyses to ensure accuracy in global payroll reporting.
6. Manage client-specific payroll mapping, cost tracking, and vendor turnaround times.
7. Support year-end reporting, compensation summaries, and compliance documentation.
8. Use data analytics to develop insights that drive decision-making for mobility programs.
9. Provide expert guidance on global payroll regulations, expatriate tax compliance, and market trends.
10. Mentor and develop junior and managerial team members in a multi-geographic hybrid structure.
11. Collaborate with senior leadership to drive business development, service expansion, and operational excellence.

Our requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in global payroll, mobility, or expatriate tax.
2. 8–10 years of experience, with at least 1-2 years in senior management.
3. Proven success in leading global payroll implementations and managing high-profile client relationships.
4. Experience working with complex compensation datasets and compliance requirements.
5. Strong leadership, change management, and problem-solving skills.
6. Ability to drive innovation and influence key stakeholders at a senior level.
7. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, data analytics, and project management tools.

Why Join Us?

1. Be part of a high-growth, collaborative team with opportunities to make a global impact.
2. Work closely with clients across industries and geographies, helping them achieve their goals while broadening your own skill set.
3. Thrive in a culture of belonging and innovation, where your unique talents are celebrated.

Additional Information

1. This is a hybrid role. Location: Zurich
2. We are an equal-opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status.

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.

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