Payroll Manager, Americas

The RoleWe're hiring a Payroll Manager to take ownership of U.S.-based, multi-state payroll, and broader North American operations for our growing organization. You'll be responsible for ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll execution across the full employee lifecycle, while partnering closely with our Professional Employer Organization (PEO) and internal People teams.This role sits at the intersection of payroll operations, compliance, and employee experience. The scope is hands-on and detail-oriented, with meaningful impact as the company continues to scale.What You'll DoIn this role, you'll be responsible for managing end-to-end payroll operations and ensuring compliance across jurisdictions.Own full-cycle U.S.

payroll processing across multiple states, including semi-monthly payroll for the entire employee populationOwn end-to-end payroll for Canada and Mexico as part of our North American market expansion, including local statutory deductions, tax remittances, and compliance requirements in each countryManage payroll systems and processes to ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, variable compensation, reimbursements, and wage garnishmentsPartner with our PEO to establish payroll and compliance requirements as the company expands into new statesAdminister payroll-related benefits deductions and funding, including 401(k), HSA, FSA, and other benefit programsCoordinate closely with U.S. People Enablement on payroll changes related to new hires, terminations, open enrollment, and qualifying life eventsRespond to employee payroll and pay-related benefits inquiries with accuracy and discretionMonitor changes in federal, state, and local payroll legislation (including FLSA and EEOC), ensuring ongoing compliance and advising leadership on required actionsGenerate, review, and analyze payroll reports, including wage registers, deductions, and quarterly and annual tax filingsMaintain strict confidentiality and safeguard sensitive employee payroll and compensation dataWhat You BringWe're looking for someone who is detail-oriented, reliable, and experienced operating in complex, high-growth payroll environments.Proven experience managing full-cycle, multi-state payroll operationsExperience from a technology and/or scale-up start-up environmentHands-on experience supporting payroll for organizations with 500+ employeesStrong understanding of PEO models and functionalityIn-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll laws and compliance requirementsExperience handling complex payroll reporting, including quarterly and annual filingsHighly organized, with a strong attention to accuracy, compliance, and confidentialityClear and effective communicator, able to support both employees and leadershipWhat's In It For YouGlobal collaboration: Partner with teams and clients across Stockholm, New York, London, and Sydney.Competitive package: Comprehensive salary, benefits, and tools for success.Meaningful work: Your efforts shape how thousands of lawyers use AI daily.In-person environment: Union Square office designed for ambitious builders and company provided lunch daily.Benefits & Perks: We invest in our people with a comprehensive, thoughtfully designed benefits package: Medical, Dental & Vision Multiple medical plan options via Aetna and Kaiser PermanenteHSA or Healthcare FSA (based on plan selection)Dental plans via MetLifeVision plans via Vision Care Family Support Generous parental leaveFree access to Maven ClinicDependent Care FSAFree One Medical membership for employees and dependents Additional Perks Pre-tax commuter benefitsLife Insurance + STD/LTD401(K) with generous company matchUnlimited PTORobust voluntary benefits, including identity protection (via Aura), legal coverage via MetLife, pet savings programs, and moreLegora is an Equal Opportunity EmployerAt 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 status, or any other characteristic protected by law.