Payroll Risk & Compliance Expert (Remote, Denmark)

Job summary

This role is focused on ensuring payroll compliance across international markets in a fully remote environment. The expert will translate complex legal requirements into scalable systems and processes, working collaboratively with various teams to integrate compliance into product design and workflows.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of payroll and employment compliance within a specific region, including legislation and payroll calculations.
• Experience in leading audits and compliance programs in complex, multi-country environments.
• Ability to translate legal requirements into product specifications.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving skills, particularly in high-risk scenarios.
• Experience in designing scalable compliance processes and frameworks.
• Capability to mentor and develop team skills in compliance and payroll.
• Comfortable in a fully remote and fast-paced work environment.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Proficiency in English; additional languages are advantageous.

Responsibilities

Benefits

• Oversee payroll compliance for assigned regions, ensuring accurate implementation of local laws.
• Collaborate with technical teams to translate statutory requirements into product specifications.
• Review product features for compliance, ensuring accuracy and auditability.
• Lead audits and compliance programs, managing planning and execution.
• Resolve payroll compliance incidents and act as an escalation point for high-risk issues.
• Design scalable compliance processes and governance frameworks.
• Develop documentation and training materials for internal teams.
• Mentor team members to enhance compliance capabilities.
• Partner with stakeholders to integrate compliance into business initiatives.
• Monitor regulatory changes and adapt processes accordingly.
• Competitive salary with performance-based growth and equity opportunities.
• Fully remote work model with flexible hours.
• Flexible paid time off for work-life balance.
• Paid parental leave and family support benefits.
• Access to mental health and wellbeing support services.
• Learning and development budget for skill enhancement.
• Home office setup allowance and IT equipment support.
• Budget for co-working spaces or local team meetups.
• Inclusive global work culture with opportunities for career growth.