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Embrace Technology. Lead Globally.\nAs the Director, Global Payroll, you will be responsible for leading and overseeing the global payroll function, including managing payroll vendors and local in-country payroll operations across 23 countries. You will ensure accurate, compliant, and timely payroll delivery worldwide, and lead the selection and implementation of a global payroll solution in connection with the Global HR Systems Project Implementation with SAP SuccessFactors. Independent judgment and strategic decision-making skills will guide you as you lead the modernization of the payroll function.\nThis role will be hybrid based out of our Niles, IL Corporate HQ.\nResponsibilities\nLead the implementation, and integration of a global payroll solution in partnership with the Global HR Systems Project Implementation team, ensuring seamless connectivity with SAP SuccessFactors.\nManage the global payroll vendor relationship, including contract negotiation, SLA oversight, performance management, escalations, and continuous service improvement.\nOversee and ensure accurate, timely, and compliant processing of all local payrolls across 23 countries, partnering with payroll provider, Finance, HR, and Tax teams.\nEnsure global payroll compliance with all applicable country-specific tax, statutory reporting, social security, and regulatory requirements; oversee audits and government filings worldwide.\nEstablish and maintain global payroll policies, standard operating procedures, internal controls, and governance frameworks to drive consistency and efficiency across regions (AMERICAS, EMEASA, ASIA).\nLead, develop, and manage a global payroll team, including regional payroll specialists; set objectives, build capability, and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.\nPartner cross-functionally with HR, Total Rewards, Finance, IT, and Legal to support pay cycles, benefits integration, equity programs, expatriate/mobility payrolls, and M&A payroll integration.\nProvide executive-level reporting, analytics, and insights on global payroll operations, costs, KPIs, and risks to the CHRO, CFO, and senior leadership; lead process improvements and automation initiatives.\nQualifications\nBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field required; CPP (Certified Payroll Professional), Global Payroll Management Certificate (GPMI), or equivalent global payroll certification strongly preferred.\nMinimum of 12-15 years of progressive payroll experience, including at least 7 years managing multi-country/global payroll operations across multiple regions. \nDemonstrated experience managing global payroll vendors (e.g., ADP Celergo/GlobalView, SAP, Deloitte, or similar) and overseeing local in-country payroll providers. \nProven experience leading the selection and implementation of a global payroll solution, ideally integrated with SAP SuccessFactors or other Tier-1 HCM platforms. \nPrior people management experience leading geographically distributed teams required.\nDeep knowledge of global payroll processes, multi-country statutory and tax compliance, and payroll accounting. Hands-on experience with SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll, ADP Celergo/GlobalView, Deloitte Payroll, or equivalent global payroll platforms. \nStrong understanding of payroll integrations, data flows, and controls between HCM, payroll, time & attendance, benefits, and finance/GL systems. \nAdvanced Excel and reporting/analytics skills; experience with project management methodologies (Agile/Waterfall) for large-scale system implementations.\nThis position may require international travel to engage with regional teams and oversee global project implementations.\nApplicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Shure will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.\nWHO WE ARE\nShure’s mission is to be the most trusted audio brand worldwide - and for over a century, our Core Values have aligned us to be just that. Founded in 1925, we are a leading global manufacturer of audio equipment known for quality, reliability, and durability. We engineer microphones, headphones, wireless audio systems, conferencing systems, and more. And quality doesn’t stop at our products. Our talented teams strive for perfection and innovate every chance they get. We offer an Associate-first culture, flexible work arrangements, and opportunity for all.\nShure is headquartered in United States. We have more than 35 regional sales offices, engineering hubs, distribution centers and manufacturing facilities throughout the Americas, EMEA, and Asia.\nJoin Shure and Amplify Your Impact. Explore our unique culture and learn the key pillars that define our legacy of excellence.\nTHE MIX MATTERS Don’t check off every box in the job requirements? No problem! We recognize that every professional journey is unique and are committed to providing an equitable candidate experience for all prospective Shure Associates. If you’re excited about this role, believe you’ve got the skills to be successful, and share our passion for creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible work environment, then apply!PAY TRANSPARENCY Shure offers a competitive compensation structure that is reviewed annually to attract, hire, and retain the industry’s top talent. Base salaries vary based on qualifications, geography, experience, and expertise in each respective discipline. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base salary for the opportunity. The base salary for this position ranges from $149,400 to $269,000, with a midpoint target. This position may also be eligible for our incentive pay program, which varies based on individual and Company performance in the year. If your salary expectations do not align, still apply as we are often flexible on the seniority of posted positions. All positions also include an award-winning benefits package.\nWE GOT YOU - Our Benefits At Shure, we prioritize the well-being of our Associates. We offer competitive rewards packages that address physical, mental, financial, and overall well-being. Our benefits include comprehensive healthcare, mental health and retirement savings plans, generous paid time off programs, employee discounts, professional development opportunities, work-life balance initiatives, employee recognition programs, and volunteering/community involvement opportunities. 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