Director of Global Payroll & Mobility - 940
We are seeking an experienced and strategic leader to serve as Director of Global Payroll & Mobility, responsible for leading Quantinuum's global payroll operations, time and attendance administration, mobility programs, immigration processes, and relocation support.
This role will ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence across a rapidly growing global workforce, while providing a seamless employee experience throughout payroll and mobility-related processes. The successful candidate will partner closely with Finance, Legal, Total Rewards, HR
This an onsite role based in
Broomfield, CO. Quantinuum believes that employees work better, more efficiently and more collaboratively in close proximity to other employees, where ideas can be exchanged readily, and decisions can be made more quickly for the benefit of the Company and our customers. All employees should work at their assigned location; however, this role may offer the opportunity to work remotely up to 2 days per week, with approvals.
Key Responsibilities:
Global Payroll Operations
- Lead end-to-end global payroll operations across all countries and entities.
- Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing in partnership with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
- Establish payroll governance, controls, audit processes, and operating procedures.
- Manage payroll provider relationships and service delivery performance.
- Partner with Finance on payroll accounting, reconciliations, accruals, and reporting.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance payroll accuracy and operational efficiency.
Time & Attendance Administration
- Own global time and attendance processes and supporting systems.
- Ensure integrity of employee time data and payroll integrations.
- Monitor exception reporting and ensure timely issue resolution.
- Establish controls and audits to improve compliance and data quality.
Global Mobility & Immigration
- Oversee global mobility programs, including international assignments, transfers, visas, and work permits.
- Manage relationships with immigration counsel and mobility service providers.
- Coordinate payroll, tax, and compliance requirements associated with cross-border employee movement.
- Ensure compliance with local regulations while supporting business mobility needs.
Relocation Administration
- Manage global relocation programs and vendor relationships.
- Oversee relocation benefits administration and employee support services.
- Monitor program effectiveness, cost management, and employee experience.
Equity Administration Partnership
- Partner with Total Rewards, Finance, and Legal to support equity administration processes.
- Ensure proper payroll treatment and taxation of equity transactions.
- Support employee education and inquiries related to payroll impacts of equity awards.
Compliance & Risk Management
- Maintain compliance with global payroll, employment tax, and labor regulations.
- Ensure payroll records and supporting documentation remain audit ready.
- Lead internal and external audits related to payroll and mobility processes.
- Monitor regulatory developments and implement necessary process changes.
Leadership & Governance
- Lead and develop a high-performing payroll and mobility team.
- Establish KPIs, SLAs, and reporting mechanisms to measure operational effectiveness.
- Promote a culture of customer service, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Partner with executive leadership on operational risks, workforce planning, and growth initiatives.
YOU MUST HAVE:
- Bachelor's degree minimum
- Minimum 8+ years of progressive payroll leadership experience.
- Minimum 5+ years managing global payroll operations and teams.
- Experience supporting multi-country payroll environments.
- Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status
- Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.
WE VALUE:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Human Resources, Accounting, or related field.
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or equivalent certification.
- Strong knowledge of payroll taxation, compliance, and audit controls.
- Experience with ADP, Celergo, Workday, or global payroll platforms.
- Experience supporting equity administration and payroll taxation.
- Mobility, immigration, or expatriate administration experience.
- Experience supporting a high-growth technology or public-company environment.
- Strong analytical and process improvement capabilities.
Compensation & Benefits:
Incentive Eligible – Range posted is inclusive of bonus target.
The pay range for this role is $187,000 – $243,000 annually. Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate’s skills, educational background, professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role.
Quantinuum is a leading quantum computing company delivering a full stack platform designed to make quantum computing deployable in real-world environments. With active engagements spanning pharmaceuticals, material science, financial services, government, industrial sectors, and leading academic and research institutions worldwide, we are helping organizations unlock the transformative potential of quantum computing.
Our global team of more than 800 employees includes many of the world's leading scientists, engineers, and researchers, with more than 70% of our technology team holding advanced degrees at the Master's or PhD level. Headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado, Quantinuum operates across the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, and Singapore.
By joining Quantinuum, you’ll help shape the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.
What’s in it for you?
We believe our people are our greatest strength and offer a comprehensive rewards package that supports your professional growth, well-being, and long-term success.
- Competitive compensation and the opportunity to work on groundbreaking technology
- Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance
- Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match and student loan repayment benefit
- Equity opportunities
- Generous paid time off, sick leave, and 12 paid holidays annually
- Paid parental leave
- Employee discount programs
Equal Opportunity Employer
Quantinuum is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and provided equal opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, ancestry, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal. For more information about Quantinuum, please visit our website.
We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know use the Lets talk contact form.
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis, there is no application deadline for this position.
$187,000 - $243,000 a year
Compensation details: 187000-243000 Yearly Salary

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