Jessica Williams

CEO

London, United Kingdom7 yrs 11 mos experience
Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Reduced payroll errors by 40% and processing cycles from 10 days to 6.
  • Ensured 100% on-time salary disbursements for 1,200+ employees.
  • Passionate about making global HR and payroll human-centered.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Global HR Compliance Expert with a focus on Payroll Management and Regulatory Compliance.

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Skills

Core Skills

Legal ComplianceInternational Expansion

Other Skills

Payroll ManagementComplianceRegulatory ComplianceRisk AssessmentProcess OptimizationAutomationProcess ImprovementError ReductionCompliance OperationsAuditAdvanced legal research & analysisCritical thinking & complex problem-solvingLegal writing & draftingCorporate compliance & risk assessmentGDPR and data-privacy law application

About

I’m the Head of Global Compliance at PamGro, specialising in Employer of Record (EOR) solutions and international HR operations. Over the past 9+ years, I’ve helped companies manage payroll and compliance for 1000+ employees across 15+ countries, turning complex regulations into seamless, human-centred solutions. Some people think compliance is boring. I don’t. I love it. I love untangling complex payroll, international labour laws, and global HR challenges, and turning them into solutions that actually make people’s lives easier. Every rule is a puzzle, every regulation an opportunity to create clarity and efficiency. From ensuring 100% on-time salary disbursements to reducing payroll errors by 40% and cutting processing cycles from 10 days to 6, I find joy in turning complexity into simplicity. I’ve implemented systems, built dashboards, and trained teams, all to make global HR seamless, scalable, and human-centred. I’m passionate about teams as much as numbers. Mentoring, collaborating, and helping people grow is what keeps me energised. I thrive on solving problems, finding smarter ways to work, and creating processes that work for both employees and clients. My approach is client-first, solutions-driven, and systems-smart, but I never lose sight of the human side of compliance. When I’m not mapping payroll flows or reviewing compliance frameworks, I’m a bookworm, a lifelong learner, and a curious problem-solver who loves exploring new ideas. At heart, I’m energetic, approachable, and a little obsessed with making things better, whether it’s a global payroll process or a team workflow. Compliance isn’t just my job, it’s my craft. And my mission? To make global HR and payroll accurate, efficient, and human. If you love solving complex challenges, building teams, and making a tangible impact in international HR, we’re speaking the same language. DM me on LinkedIn, Email at jessica.williams@pamgro.com or Whatsapp me at(+44) 7853877387

Experience

Pamgro - employer of record

2 roles

Head of Global Compliance

Promoted

Jul 2025Present · 8 mos

Payroll and Compliance Director

Jul 2022Sep 2025 · 3 yrs 2 mos

  • As a seasoned Payroll & Compliance Director at PamGro, I lead the strategic oversight of payroll and compliance functions across 15+ countries, ensuring seamless operations for over hundreds of employees. My role encompasses:
  • Global Payroll Management: Spearheading end-to-end payroll processes, including tax calculations, benefits administration, and compliance with local labor laws, ensuring timely and accurate disbursements.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Navigating complex international regulations to maintain adherence to statutory requirements, mitigating risks associated with non-compliance.
  • Team Leadership: Managing a dedicated team of payroll and compliance professionals, fostering a collaborative environment to achieve departmental goals.
  • Process Optimization: Implementing automation tools and streamlined workflows, reducing payroll processing time by 30% and enhancing accuracy.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Partnering with HR and finance departments to align payroll strategies with organizational objectives.
  • Audit & Reporting: Overseeing internal audits and preparing comprehensive reports for senior management, ensuring transparency and accountability.
  • My approach combines deep technical expertise with strategic leadership to drive efficiency and compliance in global payroll operations.
Legal ComplianceInternational Expansion

Confidential ( consulting firm)

Payroll and Compliance Manager

Oct 2019Jun 2022 · 2 yrs 8 mos · Greater London, England, United Kingdom · Remote

  • Managed monthly payroll for 1,200+ employees across Poland, the UK and Germany, ensuring 100% on-time salary disbursement.
  • Oversaw statutory reporting and tax filings, achieving zero compliance penalties during tenure.
  • Implemented payroll process improvements, reducing error rate by 40% and shortening payroll cycle from 10 days to 6 days.
  • Conducted internal audits and risk assessments across payroll and compliance functions, resolving issues within 48 hours on average.
  • Acted as primary liaison with HR, finance, and external vendors, coordinating payroll operations across 3 time zones.
  • Developed dashboards and reports for senior leadership, highlighting KPIs such as payroll accuracy, processing time, and compliance adherence.
  • Trained and mentored a team of 5 payroll and compliance specialists, improving team efficiency and reducing escalations by 25%.

Law firm

2 roles

Sr Associate Compliance

Promoted

May 2019Sep 2019 · 4 mos

  • Supported compliance operations for ~800 employees across the UK, ensuring adherence to local labor laws and regulatory standards.
  • Conducted 10+ audits and risk assessments of payroll and staffing processes, identifying gaps and implementing corrective actions.
  • Assisted in drafting and implementing 5+ internal compliance policies, enhancing operational adherence.
  • Reviewed 100% of employee contracts and documentation to maintain regulatory compliance.
  • Coordinated with HR and payroll teams to ensure timely submission of statutory filings, achieving zero penalties during tenure.
  • Prepared weekly and monthly compliance reports for management, highlighting key risk areas and resolution progress.

Compliance Associate

Mar 2018May 2019 · 1 yr 2 mos

A stealth startup company

Human Resources Intern

Jun 2017Dec 2017 · 6 mos

Education

University of Bristol Law School

Master’s in Law — International Law and Legal Studies

Aug 2015Jul 2017

Kingston University

Bachelor of Laws - LLB — International Law and Legal Studies

Sep 2012Jun 2015

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