Global Payroll Specialist

Global Payroll Specialist ABOUT US Legora is on a mission: to redefine how legal work gets done. From the very start we have been very clear about the fact that we are not building a solution for lawyers, we are building it with them, because it is the only way to make sure it gets done the right way; working side-by-side every step of the way. Our AI-native workspace empowers legal professionals not just to work faster - but to ask better questions, unlock new insights. Every day, we push the boundaries of legal tech to make complex processes smarter, faster, and more human. From thousands of documents analysed in minutes to intelligent workflows designed in collaboration with leading practices, we’re turning possibility into reality. Today we are trusted by global firms like Cleary Gottlieb, Goodwin, Bird & Bird and Linklaters in over 40 countries, but we have no plans on stopping here. We ship fast, we iterate effectively, and we scale rapidly - not by accident, but by design. When you join Legora, you become part of a team that believes "good enough" isn’t good enough and that the way to win is together, by empowering lawyers to do their best work with technology that truly understands them. If you’re excited by building from first principles, working with exceptional people, and accelerating change in a high-stakes, high-impact domain—then this is the moment and the place. WE’RE NOT JUST SHAPING THE FUTURE OF LEGAL TECH — WE’RE DEFINING IT. READY TO JOIN US IN BUILDING THE INTELLIGENT FUTURE OF LAW? We’re hiring a Global Payroll Specialist to oversee and coordinate payroll operations across multiple countries in an outsourced setup. The role will report to Global Payroll Manager and focuses on payroll governance, controls, and continuous improvement of processes rather than hands-on payroll processing. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING Payroll Oversight & Coordination - Act as point of contact for external payroll providers - Ensure accurate and timely payroll delivery across all countries - Coordinate monthly payroll cycles and deadlines - Act as backup to Global Payroll Manager when needed Controls & Compliance - Perform payroll validations and reconciliations - Review payroll reports and identify discrepancies - Ensure compliance with local regulations and internal policies - Support audits and maintain documentation Process Development - Help build, standardize, and improve payroll processes globally - Develop clear workflows and documentation - Drive automation and efficiency initiatives Data & Systems - Manage payroll inputs from HR system (HiBob) - Ensure data quality and completeness - Collaborate with HR, Finance, and external vendors Stakeholder Management - Partner with Finance for reporting and reconciliations - Support HR with payroll-related queries - Communicate with vendors to resolve issues WHO YOU ARE - 5+ years of payroll experience, preferably in a global and outsourced environment - Strong understanding of payroll controls and processes - Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills - Comfortable working with HRIS and payroll systems You are structured and process-driven, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability in everything you do. You approach challenges with a problem-solving mindset and are comfortable navigating complexity in a fast-paced environment. You are also a strong communicator, able to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across functions and geographies in an international setting. Legora is an Equal Opportunity Employer At Legora, we believe great teams are built on diversity of thought and experience. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive, high-performance culture where everyone can do their best work. We welcome people of all backgrounds and don’t discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran ... (truncated, view full listing at source)