Global Employment Tax Lead

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Oversee adherence to federal, state, and local regulatory standards.

• Remain informed about applicable laws and regulations.

• Investigate and analyze regulatory requirements.

• Identify areas that require remedial action.

• Manage and execute regulatory initiatives, ensuring the upkeep of regulatory systems requirements.

• Take ownership of project governance and operational rhythms; facilitate effective communication, reporting, and reviews.

• Monitor and research newly proposed regulations, as well as updates to local municipalities, state, and federal laws.

• Act as the primary contact for government investigations and inquiries.

• Create and conduct comprehensive educational and training programs centered on regulatory and compliance obligations.

• Guide functional teams or projects that involve moderate levels of resources, risk, and complexity.

• Present business solutions to leaders within the functional area.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Law, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field;

• Over 8 years of progressive professional experience in tax, regulatory compliance, controllership, payroll governance, labor & employment compliance, or a closely related field.

• At least 5 years of direct leadership experience, including coaching, performance management, talent development, and navigational leadership during organizational change.

• Proven experience in interpreting and operationalizing federal, state, local, and international regulations, effectively translating legal requirements into scalable business policies, processes, and controls.

• A demonstrated history of managing regulatory or compliance programs from start to finish, including gap assessments, remediation strategies, implementation, and ongoing oversight.

• In-depth understanding of tax compliance across payroll, benefits, equity, pension, deferred compensation, and mobility, including obligations for both employees and employers.

• Experience in closely collaborating with Legal, Labor & Employment, Payroll, HR, Finance, Data Privacy, and external advisors to ensure regulatory conformity and risk management.

• Proven ability to design and deliver training and educational programs pertaining to compliance, regulatory changes, or governance for a variety of stakeholder groups.

• Capability to analyze intricate data, policies, and regulatory developments, recommending pragmatic, business-aligned solutions.

• Experience supporting global or multinational workforces, addressing cross-border employment, mobility, and data privacy issues.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision coverage

• Paid time off

• A 401(k) plan with opportunities for employee and company contributions

• Life insurance

• Disability insurance

• Accident insurance

• Tuition reimbursement