Payroll Country Owner - Malaysia

Join us on a journey of endless possibilities At Strada , possibility isn’t just a promise – it’s the foundation of everything we do. We believe in unlocking potential for every colleague, creating a journey of growth, discovery, and impact. With the support, resources, and opportunities we provide, you’ll build a fulfilling future – working on meaningful projects that span industries and regions, contributing to outcomes that matter. Strada is a people, payroll, and technology leader simplifying international workforce management. Operating in 180+ countries, we design and deliver people-first solutions powered by cloud-based technology – helping organizations grow and enabling workforces to perform at their best. Learn more at www.stradaglobal.com Strada Payroll Country Champion - Malaysia Are you a payroll expert who thrives on solving challenges, driving compliance, and shaping world-class solutions? Do you enjoy making a real impact through innovation and operational excellence? If so, this role is for you. The Strada Payroll Country Champion is a critical subject matter expert and strategic leader responsible for ensuring our Strada Pay solution is compliant, efficient, and meets all regulatory standards for a specific country or group of countries. You will act as a central point of expertise for all things payroll in your region, working closely with Product Development to shape the future of our platform. Key Responsibilities Serve as the go-to payroll expert for Malaysia , with deep knowledge of local legislation, tax laws, and compliance standards. Monitor and assess upcoming regulatory changes by working closely with the Compliance Alerts team, industry associations (e.g., Global Payroll Association), and government updates. Partner with the Product Development team to inform and influence the product roadmap and ensure the country-specific functionality is up to date. Maintain and update country workbooks with new legislative requirements and compliance changes. Analyze existing payroll procedures and recommend improvements to eliminate inefficiencies and minimize manual processes. Drive the evolution of Strada Pay by enhancing product functionality, cost-effectiveness, and user experience tailored to local market needs. Lead continuous improvement initiatives within your country for Strada Pay methodology, delivery approach, templates, and standards. Provide subject matter expertise and strategic input to Strada Pay project teams during client deployments, ensuring smooth transitions into operational use. Act as a gatekeeper for client customization requests—balancing innovation with standardization and compliance. Support pre-sales activities by showcasing Strada Pay capabilities to prospective clients, sharing insights, lessons learned, and best practices. Collaborate with peers across the Country Champion network to share knowledge and drive alignment globally. General requirement 5+ years of experience in Payroll or HR Outsourcing Deep knowledge of payroll processes, regulations, and compliance requirements within your assigned country or region. Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools , particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex topics into clear, actionable insights. Highly detail-oriented and process-driven with a continuous improvement mindset. Strong sense of accountability, ownership, and service orientation. Self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable to a fast-paced, global working environment. Able to work pro-actively, independently and collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams Education Bachelor’s degree and demonstrated equivalent experience aligned with the position requirements At Strada, our values guide everything we do: Anticipate Customer Needs – We stay ahead of trends so our customers can grow and succeed. Own the Outcome – We take responsibility for delivering excellence and ensuring things get done right. Challenge Ourselves to Work Smarter – We move faster than the world around us to drive change and accomplish more. Empower Each Other to Solve Problems – We tackle challenges head on, ask tough questions, and collaborate to find the best solutions. Care About Our Work and Our People – We understand that what we do impacts millions, and we have a responsibility to get it right. Benefits At Strada, we support your whole self—offering a range of benefits for your health, wellbeing, finances, and future. These include health coverage, wellbeing programs, paid leave (vacation, sick, parental), retirement plans, learning opportunities, and more. All offers are contingent on successful completion of background checks, where permitted by law and as appropriate for the role. These may include identity, education, employment, and in some cases, criminal history verification, checks against global watchlists, credit reports, and/or drug testing. You’ll be informed of the specific checks applicable to your role and location during the recruitment process. Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Strada is dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that embracing differences strengthens our teams and drives innovation and success. Diversity Policy Statement Strada is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on legally protected characteristics. We actively support the advancement of underrepresented groups and provide reasonable accommodations for disabilities and religious practices. Applicants may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting their recruiter. Authorization to work in the Employing Country To be considered, you must have current and future work authorization in the country where you're applying, without the need for visa sponsorship by Strada. Please note: This job description does not limit Strada’s right to assign or reassign responsibilities, including to subsidiaries, partners, or future business purchasers. We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization. DISCLAIMER: Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Strada business units. .