Director, Global Payroll

Global Payroll Director

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world's manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that's you we would love to have you join us!

Job Description

We are hiring for a Global Payroll Director who will lead the strategic direction, governance, and optimization of global payroll across 60+ countries. Reporting to the Vice President, HR Enablement, you will ensure compliance with local regulations, drive process optimization, and partner with internal stakeholders to deliver high-quality, cost-effective services to our organization. You will oversee payroll vendor relationships and technology-driven solutions to support scalable and efficient operations. You'll also maintain partnership with the Time & Absence team to ensure seamless time-to-pay integration and employee experience.

This role is located at the Milwaukee, WI global headquarters and works a hybrid work schedule.

Your Responsibilities :

Strategic Leadership

• Develop / lead a global payroll strategy aligned with HR priorities, compliance standards, and workforce needs.
• Champion automation, AI-driven insights and workflows to improve accuracy, reduce manual effort, and enhance employee experience.
• Lead integration of new technologies (e.g., anomaly detection, predictive analytics) in partnership with HR technology team and external vendors.
• Ensure payroll tech investments solve operational challenges, boost efficiency, and support compliance.
• Stay current on industry trends to lead innovation and continuous improvement.
• Support M&A activities, including due diligence and integration planning.

Process Ownership & Operational Excellence

Vendor Management

Team Leadership & Development

Financial Management

The Essentials - You Will Have :

The Preferred - You Might Also Have :

What We Offer :

At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans.

If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our services team at +1 (844) 404-7247.

Rockwell Automation's hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.