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About Us: Good Business Lab is an independent, non-profit labor innovation company. We use rigorous academic research to prove that worker well-being programs have business impacts. We develop market-ready, scalable interventions that benefit both workers and businesses. Our goal is to disrupt the traditional notion of business and show that worker well-being can be a good business practice. The founders of the lab are Ach Adhvaryu - Professor of Economics and Director of 21st Century India Center at the School of Global Policy and Strategy, UC San Diego (www.achadhvaryu.com), Anant Ahuja-head of Organization Development at Shahi Exports Pvt. Ltd., and Anant Nyshadham- Assistant Professor of Business Economics and Public Policy at the University of Michigan (www.anantnyshadham.com). Role Summary: The Manager – Payroll and Compliance will oversee payroll operations, statutory compliance, and benefits administration across India, US, and Latam geographies. This role demands deep functional expertise, process ownership, and stakeholder collaboration. The ideal candidate brings robust experience in Indian payroll and compliance, a strong systems mindset, and a passion for delivering employee-friendly benefits. Experience in global compensation and the social impact sector is a strong advantage. We are actively looking to host people from underrepresented and marginalized backgrounds. If comfortable, please share your social location in your application. This information will be limited to the hiring team (not more than four people) and will not have any detrimental impact on your candidature. Key Responsibilities 1. Payroll & Compliance Administration Ensure timely and accurate disbursement of salaries, reimbursements, and statutory payments. Keep abreast of local and international payroll regulations to ensure ongoing compliance Manage tax calculation, investment declaration, and tax filing for employees. Maintain records of salaries and deductions in HRIS/payroll systems. Serve as a primary liaison for internal, statutory, and investor audits, including documentation for due diligence. Coordinate with external vendors and third-party payroll processors. Ensure adherence to applicable labor laws and regulatory changes. 2. Benefits Design & Management Administer health insurance and flexible benefits plans.Review and renew policies annually in collaboration with insurance brokers and finance Design and implement employee-centric benefits that balance cost and satisfaction. Serve as the primary point of contact for employees, resolving benefits-related concerns empathetically and promptly Monitor utilization and suggest enhancements or vendor shifts based on feedback and data. 3. Employee Support & Policy Execution Conduct induction sessions on payroll, taxation, and company policy for new joiners. Partner with HRBP and onboarding teams to ensure smooth integration of new hires into payroll and benefits systems Handle employee queries related to payroll, tax, and benefits in a timely manner. 4. MIS & Reporting Maintain and improve reporting dashboards for payroll, compliance, and benefits tracking. Analyze trends from payroll and benefits data to provide insights to leadership on cost optimization and employee experience. Submit timely MIS reports and payroll summaries to leadership and finance. Prepare various reports related to People Operations activities Manage the updated Employee Master data 5. Policy Development & Process Optimization Collaborate with HR leadership to create and update compensation policies and structures. Recommend revisions based on market benchmarking and internal equity analysis. Contribute to process automation and efficiency improvements in payroll and compliance workflows. Ensure process documentation is maintained and regularly updated for audits and knowledge sharing. Collaborate effectively, openly, and empathetically with other people operations, finance and external stake holders as required. Qualifications: MBA/MMS in Human Resources, Finance, or Business Administration preferred. 10+ years of experience in Payroll, Compliance, and Benefits administration. Strong knowledge of Indian payroll and labor laws; exposure to international payroll frameworks is a plus. Proficiency in payroll systems (SAP, Zoho, etc.), MS Excel, and HRIS platforms. Experience in the nonprofit or social impact sector is an advantage. Also, we know it’s tough, but please try to avoid the ​confidence gap​.​ You don’t have to match all the listed requirements exactly to be considered for this role. Length of Commitment: Full-time, Minimum of 12 months Location - Remote/ Hybrid Remuneration - Minimum 14-15 LPA Start Date - ASAP (applications being accepted on a rolling basis) Application Deadline - 26th May'25, 12 Noon Perks of working with us There are plenty of benefits at GBL, here are some examples: Flexible leave policy: Time away from work can be extremely helpful for maintaining a healthy work/life balance. GBL encourages managers and leadership to set the example by taking time off when needed and ensuring their team members do the same. We don't have a strict limit on paid leaves, only suggested ( extremely liberal) averages. Flexible working hours: We recognize that a better work-life balance can improve employee motivation, performance, productivity, and reduce stress. The basis of our norms pertaining to this is a system of trust in each other and our common goals. GBL Care Systems: As an organization, we are committed to ensuring the wellbeing of our team members and creating a thriving work environment- because that gives us, together, the best chance at achieving our shared mission and sparking joy at work. We do this by partnering with organizations such The Mindclan, Therapize among others for workshops and other wellbeing-related initiatives. Growth-oriented review policy: To foster collaboration, we have adopted regular reviews and check-ins among team members. We see a manager's role beyond what is expected from them by conventional management thinkers. Apart from delivering high-quality work, managers are responsible for the holistic development of their team members. This can be achieved through practices inspired by coaching philosophy. Additional benefits Wellbeing budget: This includes an individual budget for each team member that they can claim reimbursement for things such as therapy, any physical-health related activity and home office setup. Additionally, there's a separate budget for Managers for care packages or any other team activities. There's also a budget for our People Operations team to organize team-wide activities or provide mental health services in collaboration with organizations like Therapize and Mindclan. Informal virtual and in-person hangs and activities! Recent projects and blog posts: To acclimatize yourself with some of our work, you can read our blog posts on Medium, and also go through our LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. The process We are glad you’re interested in applying for this role! Here is an excerpt on the screening process overview which can take upto 6-8 weeks. CV screening First Round Interview Final Interview Depending on the candidate pool, we may add any additional interviews to make a well thought through decision. Our commitment to diversity GBL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, physical disability, or length of time spent unemployed. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer traditional monetary workplace benefits such as insurance and travel allowance. We are a young and growing company making us the ideal ground for team members to experiment, take on dynamic roles, and grow with us. We focus on happiness, output, and quality of work. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know during the recruiting process. 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