Vice President, Payroll (India)

About this roleBackgroundBlackRock’s Global Payroll & Employment Tax function is a critical, high-impact team responsible for delivering accurate, timely, and compliant payroll services across the organization. The team operates within a robust governance framework, partnering closely with Human Resources, Finance, Tax, and external vendors to ensure adherence to global standards, local regulatory requirements, and a strong control environment.With a focus on operational excellence, risk management, and continuous improvement, the function plays a key role in enhancing payroll processes, driving automation, and supporting the organization’s evolving business needs. The team fosters a collaborative, service-oriented culture, ensuring a high-quality employee experience while maintaining the highest standards of compliance and integrity.Role OverviewThe Vice President, Payroll will be responsible for leading and overseeing the end-to-end payroll operations for India. This role is accountable for ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll execution, while advancing governance, control frameworks, and transformation initiatives. The role requires close collaboration with local HR and global stakeholders across Payroll, Finance, Tax, and HR Operations in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.The incumbent will play a key leadership role in vendor management, regulatory compliance, audit readiness, and process optimization, while also contributing to broader regional and global payroll initiatives.Key responsibilities include:Lead and oversee the end-to-end India payroll function, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.Manage and ensure compliance with all India statutory regulations, including PF, ESIC, PT, LWF, gratuity, and income tax, while staying current with evolving labor laws and regulatory updates.Lead and mentor a high-performing payroll team, driving accountability, capability building, and a culture of continuous improvement.Drive automation and process optimization initiatives to enhance payroll systems, reporting, and operational efficiency.Build and maintain strong cross-functional partnerships with HR (Benefits, Mobility, HRBPs), Finance (FP&A, Controllers, Accounting), and Tax teams to ensure seamless data flow, accurate reporting, and alignment of payroll processesManage the payroll vendor relationships to deliver payroll effectively.Develop and monitor key payroll metrics and KPIs to track operational performance, compliance adherence, and service delivery effectiveness.Oversee audit and compliance activities, including internal audits, employment tax audits, and social security reviews, ensuring timely and accurate response to stakeholders.Knowledge/ Qualifications: 8+ years of experience in payroll operations and statutory compliance, preferably within India and broader APAC regionsBachelor’s or Master’s degree, preferably in Finance, Accounting, or a related fieldKnowledge of withholding tax, related tax filings, tax policy and regulations as they relate to India / APAC CountriesProven ability to manage payroll vendors effectively, including adherence to contracts, SLAs, and service delivery standardsSolid understanding of HR processes, payroll dependencies, and cross-functional integrationsProficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word (essential); experience with Workday or similar HR/payroll systems preferredStrong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skillsExcellent communication skills, with fluency in EnglishAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage competing prioritiesFlexibility to support global teams across time zones, including extended working hours when requiredCompetencies Required:A high level of attention to detailA positive and ‘can-do’ attitudeRisk ManagementTeamwork including collaborating with remote team membersProblem solvingDesire and ability to provide outstanding service to internal clientsAdaptable, resilient and embracing of change.Capable of communicating with impact.Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlinesAbility to identify, analyse and develop processes and drive continuous improvementDiscretion in dealing with confidential informationOur benefitsTo help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.Our hybrid work modelBlackRock’s hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person – aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.About BlackRockAt BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being.  Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children’s educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment – the one we make in our employees. It’s why we’re dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued a