Governance and Audit Manager - job 1 of 3

Who we are is what we do.

Deel and our family of growing companies are made up of global teams dedicated to helping businesses hire anyone, anywhere, easily. 

The team comprises over three thousand self-driven individuals spanning over 100 countries, and our unified yet diverse culture keeps us continually learning and innovating the platform and products for customers.

Companies should be able to hire the best talent anywhere in the world, so we are building the best platform to make that a reality. Our market-leading technology, expertise, and global team are crucial to the platform’s success. We deliver the best products and features in our space, enabling millions of jobs worldwide and connecting the global workforce with the best companies and opportunities.

Why should you be part of our success story?

A 30-mile hiring radius should no longer dictate how companies hire because exceptional talent lives everywhere. Deel sees a world without hiring borders and endless talent that pairs perfect candidates with great companies.

We offer global teams all the tools they need to hire, onboard, manage, pay, and scale at full speed. We aim to foster a diverse global economy by building a generational platform that seamlessly connects companies with talent worldwide.

After our successful Series D in 2021, we raised another $50M in 2023, doubling our valuation to $12B. There’s never been a more exciting time to join Deel — the international payroll and compliance market leader.

Job Overview:

Deel is seeking an experienced Governance and Audit Manager with deep expertise in Financial Services and Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) to enhance our internal control environment and support our growth in the global payments and fintech landscape. The Governance and Audit Manager will be instrumental in preparing Deel’s regulated subsidiaries for regulatory examinations, independent audits, and conducting comprehensive gap assessments. This role requires strong leadership in overseeing governance processes, managing risk exposures, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Governance & Internal Control Frameworks:
  Develop, implement, and maintain Deel's governance frameworks, including policies and procedures to support effective decision-making, accountability, and oversight across payment subsidiaries. Ensure executive supervision and adherence to corporate governance best practices.

• Regulatory Examination & Compliance Readiness:
  Lead regulatory readiness efforts by ensuring payment subsidiaries are fully compliant with applicable laws and regulations. Prepare for regulatory examinations through meticulous documentation, ongoing monitoring, and internal reviews. Anticipate regulatory changes and assess their impact on operations.

• Audit & Assurance Management:
  Manage the end-to-end process of independent audits, from planning to execution, to ensure the integrity of financial and operational practices. Conduct thorough internal audits and assessments to identify control weaknesses and compliance gaps, working with cross-functional teams to address any deficiencies.

• Risk Assessment & Gap Analysis:
  Conduct regular risk assessments and gap analyses to identify potential risks, control weaknesses, and compliance issues. Implement risk mitigation strategies and track corrective actions to close gaps. Ensure that risk management processes are aligned with GRC frameworks and company strategy.

• Internal Governance & Committees:
  Play a key role in internal governance by supporting compliance and risk committees, facilitating discussions around key risk areas, and ensuring all governance decisions are documented and executed. Provide regular reports to the executive leadership and board-level risk committees on the state of governance, risk, and compliance within Deel’s payment operations.

• Compliance Program Management:
  Develop and enhance Deel’s compliance programs, focusing on anti-money laundering (AML), know-your-customer (KYC), and other critical regulatory requirements. Ensure alignment between business operations and regulatory obligations, and oversee implementation of compliance controls.

• Documentation & Reporting:
  Maintain a comprehensive governance, risk, and compliance documentation repository, ensuring all records are up-to-date, accurate, and accessible for regulatory review. Prepare detailed reports for executive management on governance activities, audit outcomes, and risk assessments.

• Collaboration with Internal & External Stakeholders:
  Act as a liaison between Deel’s internal teams (legal, finance, operations) and external auditors, regulators, and stakeholders. Ensure transparent communication of compliance issues and governance matters to senior leadership and external parties.

Key Qualifications:

• Educational Background:
  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Risk Management, or a related field (Master’s degree, CPA, or relevant certifications like CRISC, CISA, or CGEIT are highly desirable).

• Experience:

  • 7+ years of experience in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC), audit, or risk management roles within the financial services or payments industry, preferably in a fintech or regulated environment.

  • Proven track record of successfully preparing organizations for regulatory examinations and managing independent audits.

  • Experience in designing and implementing GRC frameworks and policies, with a deep understanding of risk management principles, corporate governance, and compliance protocols.

• Regulatory Knowledge:
  In-depth knowledge of payment regulations, financial compliance requirements (including AML, KYC), and best practices in GRC. Experience dealing with regulatory bodies and/or framework such as the OCC, FCA, FFIEC or equivalent is highly preferred.

• Skills:

  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex risk scenarios and regulatory changes.

  • Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with senior leadership, regulators, and cross-functional teams.

  • Proficiency in GRC tools and technologies to streamline compliance tracking and risk management activities.

• Personal Qualities:

  • High attention to detail, with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

  • Strong leadership and organizational skills to oversee cross-functional projects and ensure regulatory and audit preparedness.

Total Rewards

Our workforce deserves fair and competitive pay that meets them where they are. With scalable benefits, rewards, and perks, our total rewards programs reflect our commitment to inclusivity and access for all. 

Some things you’ll enjoy

• Provided computer equipment tailored to your role

• Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location

• Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country

• The flexibility of remote work, including WeWork access where available

At Deel, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of  race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy or maternity or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Unless otherwise agreed, we will communicate with job applicants using Deel-specific emails, which include @deel.com and other acquired company emails like @payspace.com and @paygroup.com. You can view the most up-to-date job listings at Deel by visiting our careers page.

Deel is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects different abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, identities and perspectives.

Deel will provide accommodation on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please inform our Talent Acquisition Team at recruiting@deel.com of the nature of the accommodation that you may require, to ensure your equal participation.