Senior HR & Payroll Specialist
Startup Universe
Cloud
Job Level
Mid-LevelSenior
Tech Stack
Cloud
About the role
- Who we are is what we do. Deel is the all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams. Our vision is to unlock global opportunity for every person, team, and business. Built for the way the world works today, Deel combines HRIS, payroll, compliance, benefits, performance, and equipment management into one seamless platform. With AI-powered tools and a fully owned payroll infrastructure, Deel supports every worker type in 150+ countries—helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly. Among the largest globally distributed companies in the world, our team of 6,000 spans more than 100 countries, speaks 74 languages, and brings a connected and dynamic culture that drives continuous learning and innovation for our customers. Why should you be part of our success story? As the fastest-growing Software as a Service (SaaS) company in history, Deel is transforming how global talent connects with world-class companies – breaking down borders that have traditionally limited both hiring and career opportunities. We're not just building software; we're creating the infrastructure for the future of work, enabling a more diverse and inclusive global economy. In 2024 alone, we paid $11.2 billion to workers in nearly 100 currencies and provided healthcare and benefits to workers in 109 countries—ensuring people get paid and protected, no matter where they are. Our momentum is reflected in our achievements and customer satisfaction: CNBC Disruptor 50, Forbes Cloud 100, Deloitte Fast 500, and repeated recognition on Y Combinator’s top companies list – all while maintaining a 4.83 average rating from 15,000 reviews across G2, Trustpilot, Captera, Apple and Google. Your experience at Deel will be a career accelerator. At the forefront of the global work revolution, you'll tackle complex challenges that impact millions of people's working lives. With our momentum—backed by a $12 billion valuation and $1 B in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) in just over five years—you'll drive meaningful impact while building expertise that makes you a sought-after leader in the transformation of global work. Summary We’re looking for a Risk Analyst to support the strategy, operations, and compliance of our Workers’ Compensation (WC) programs across our PEO offering. This role is critical in managing audits, underwriting, and claims while driving continuous improvement in processes and stakeholder experience. Responsibilities Audit Support Lead and support WC audits across master policy, carve-out, and monopolistic state programs. Responsibilities include payroll reconciliation, classification validation, and coordination with carriers and state agencies to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant reporting. Underwriting Analysis Analyze prospective and active client data, including payroll, job duties, and claims history to support WC underwriting decisions. Ensure accurate classification and appropriate coverage placement under master, carve-out, and state-specific programs. Claims Oversight Act as a point of contact for WC claims inquiries from clients and employees. Provide guidance on claims filing, monitor status updates, and assist in resolving disputes in coordination with carriers and internal stakeholders. Program & System Management Set up and maintain WC configurations in PrismHR, including position-level settings and carrier assignments. Correct payroll processing errors related to WC to ensure accurate premium calculation and reporting. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with payroll, benefits, and tax teams to ensure accurate data flow and operational alignment across Deel’s PEO platform. Process Improvement Continuously evaluate the end-to-end Worker’s Comp administration process. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and compliance using internal platform capabilities and third-party integrations.
Requirements
- Strong experience in Workers’ Compensation, including audits, underwriting, and claims review Familiarity with multi-state and monopolistic state WC programs Proficiency in payroll and HRIS platforms (e.g., PrismHR) Excellent analytical and organizational skills Strong communication skills and experience managing cross-functional stakeholders Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
