Nitin Parsooth
Global Payroll & Compensation Leader
Surrey
Summary
Strategic global payroll and compensation leader with over a decade of experience delivering payroll transformation, compliance, and operational excellence across more than 50 countries. Proven track record advising senior stakeholders, driving automation, and scaling global payroll operations. Known for building high-performing cross-functional teams, aligning people, process, and technology, and delivering exceptional service to multinational clients.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Global Payroll & Compensation Lead
Deloitte LLP
London
04.2022 - Current
- Strategically led global payroll transformation initiatives across 50+ countries, aligning operating models with compliance, automation, and scalability targets.
- Owned delivery of payroll solutions integrated with Finance, People, and Product/Technology teams to streamline global operations and reduce errors.
- Built and mentored cross-functional delivery teams, establishing governance structures to ensure service consistency and risk mitigation.
- Acted as a senior advisor to CFOs and Heads of People on payroll strategy, vendor evaluation, global service design, and roadmap execution.
- Implemented automation and process improvements that reduced manual tasks by 40%, improving accuracy and reporting efficiency.
- Led global RFPs and payroll vendor transitions, including operating model redesigns to support international expansion and operational excellence.
Senior Customer Success Manager
Global Expat Pay
11.2019 - 06.2025
- Led business development efforts including solution demos, client diagnostics, and strategic presentations to secure new engagements.
- Delivered diagnostic payroll transformation projects to uncover client inefficiencies and build roadmaps to unlock internal payroll capability, reducing vendor reliance.
- Designed and implemented automated payroll data workflows, improving compliance and reducing manual effort.
- Partnered with product and development teams to shape and launch a data and payments management platform tailored to customer needs.
- Oversaw UAT testing cycles and sign-off, ensuring successful releases of payroll platform features.
- Acted as a strategic consultant to global clients implementing new payroll technology, contributing to scalable, compliant payroll infrastructures.
Senior Manager – Global Payroll Management
KPMG
01.2018 - 11.2019
- Secured four new multinational client payroll engagements, generating over £3M annual recurring revenue under multi-year contracts.
- Led delivery of global payroll services for clients with populations ranging from 200 to 1,500 assignees, managing revenues between £600K and £2M per client.
- Directed large-scale implementations and rollouts of global payroll solutions, ensuring operational readiness across jurisdictions.
- Worked directly with product teams to develop payroll platform functionality, define requirements, and lead UAT prior to production releases.
- Played a pivotal role in strategic planning for the Global Payroll Management (GPM) solution and operating model.
Manager – Global Compensation Services
EY
09.2011 - 12.2018
- Delivered and managed global compensation and payroll services for multinational clients, with engagement values between £200K and £6M annually.
- Oversaw global rollouts for assignee populations from 200 to 1,800, including end-to-end implementation, stakeholder alignment, and compliance readiness.
- Led a payroll automation initiative that delivered 60% in efficiency savings across client engagements.
- Supported business development efforts, winning £3M in new contracts over 12 months through strategic pitch contributions.
- Reviewed and approved reports, system files, and client deliverables under defined governance models.
- Recognised for mentoring junior staff and was actively sought out for coaching and development support.
Payroll Implementation Consultant
Cobia Ltd
06.2009 - 06.2010
- Collaborated with IT to build and test an internal payroll system aligned with compliance and process requirements.
- Managed end-to-end payroll processing, including starter/leaver data, reconciliations, and monthly sign-off.
- Acted as liaison between HR and Payroll to ensure timely and accurate reporting and data exchange.
Interim Payroll Project Coordinator
NHS
09.2009 - 06.2009
- Delivered the transition of bank staff to NHS 'Agenda for Change' terms and conditions, ensuring accurate back pay and communication.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to implement new bandings and payroll updates in a high-volume public sector environment.
International Payroll Project Officer
HSBC Bank PLC
06.2006 - 06.2009
- Managed global payroll for 1,000+ international employees across jurisdictions including USA, UAE, Europe, and Asia Pacific.
- Coordinated payroll recharges and MI reporting with Finance teams using PeopleSoft and SQL for data extraction.
- Developed technical and functional knowledge of PeopleSoft (Oracle), including UAT, MI reporting, and payroll system workflows.
- Gained strong understanding of global tax, NI, and compliance frameworks for expat populations (Inpats, Expats, STAs).
Skills
- Global Payroll Strategy & Governance
- Payroll Technology & Automation
- Cross-functional Stakeholder Management
- Global Compliance & Risk Management
- Payroll Vendor Selection & Outsourcing
- Team Leadership & Change Management
- Process Improvement & Standardization
- Data-driven Decision Making & Analytics
Websites
Custom Section
Fluent in English and Gujarati, Microsoft Office Suite, ADP, PeopleSoft, Sage, Six Sigma (Belt Holder), PRINCE2 Foundation, Global Payroll Operations, Compensation, Technology Implementation, Stakeholder Management
Timeline
Global Payroll & Compensation Lead
Deloitte LLP
04.2022 - Current
Senior Customer Success Manager
Global Expat Pay
11.2019 - 06.2025
Senior Manager – Global Payroll Management
KPMG
01.2018 - 11.2019
Manager – Global Compensation Services
EY
09.2011 - 12.2018
Interim Payroll Project Coordinator
NHS
09.2009 - 06.2009
Payroll Implementation Consultant
Cobia Ltd
06.2009 - 06.2010
International Payroll Project Officer
HSBC Bank PLC
06.2006 - 06.2009
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