Payroll Compliance and Operations Manager

Company: Corebridge Financial
Location: Houston
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Who We Are At Corebridge Financial, we believe action is everything. That’s why every day we partner with financial professionals and institutions to make it possible for more people to take action in their financial lives, for today and tomorrow. We align to a set of Values that are the core pillars that define our culture and help bring our brand purpose to life: We are stronger as one: We collaborate across the enterprise, scale what works and act decisively for our customers and partners. We deliver on commitments: We are accountable, empower each other and go above and beyond for our stakeholders. We learn, improve and innovate: We get better each day by challenging the status quo and equipping ourselves for the future. We are inclusive: We embrace different perspectives, enabling our colleagues to make an impact and bring their whole selves to work. Who You’ll Work With The Human Resources team attracts, develops, rewards, and retains best-in-class talent to deliver on our company’s mission and purpose. Partnering with businesses and functions across the enterprise, we enable Corebridge to succeed by aligning people resources to our strategic goals. We are One HR team focused on supporting all colleagues in reaching their career potential in an environment of continuous learning, inclusion and belonging. About the Role The Payroll Compliance & Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing global payroll operations and ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll delivery across multiple jurisdictions. Operating within a predominantly outsourced model, this role serves as the key governance point between HR, Finance, Shared Services, and external vendors. This leader will drive operational excellence, strengthen risk and control frameworks, optimize payroll systems (including Workday), and ensure audit-ready processes that support a highly regulated financial services environment. Responsibilities: Payroll Governance & Delivery Oversee end-to-end payroll execution across the U.S., U.K., Ireland, and Bermuda through global and regional vendors. Ensure compliance with all statutory, tax, social insurance, and labor requirements. Maintain strong internal controls, documentation, and payroll risk management practices. Lead year-end and year-begin payroll activities, including statutory filings, reconciliations, and reporting. Compliance, Risk & Audit Partner with Tax, Finance, and HR to ensure accurate withholding, filings, and regulatory adherence. Support internal and external audits and maintain audit-ready documentation. Monitor payroll controls, defensive queries, and remediation efforts to mitigate operational risk. Vendor Strategy & Performance Serve as relationship manager for payroll providers, holding partners accountable to SLAs and performance expectations. Lead governance reviews, resolve escalations, and drive continuous service improvement. Transformation & Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities to enhance automation, standardization, data integrity, and employee experience. Provide leadership with insights on process improvements, regulatory readiness, and system optimization. Support enterprise initiatives such as integrations, organizational changes, and payroll transformation efforts. Cross-Functional Partnership Act as a subject matter expert, collaborating across HR, Total Rewards, Finance, Mobility, Tax, and IT to ensure seamless payroll operations. Skills & Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, Business, or related field. 7 years of global or multi-jurisdiction payroll experience, ideally within a regulated industry. Proven success managing outsourced payroll vendors and complex operating models. Deep knowledge of U.S. payroll and multi-state tax requirements; international exposure preferred. Experience with SOX/internal control environments. Strong HRIS expertise, including Workday Payroll. Exceptional stakeholder management, problem-solving, and execution skills. Preferred: CPP, CIPP, GPMC, or Workday Payroll certification. Experience supporting sales compensation payroll structures. Compensation: The actual compensation offered will ultimately be dependent on multiple factors, which may include the candidate’s geographic location, skills, experience and other qualifications. In addition, the position is eligible for a discretionary bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan. Corebridge also offers a range of competitive benefits as part of the total compensation package, as detailed below. Work Location This position is based in Corebridge Financial’s Houston, TX, office and is subject to our hybrid working policy, which gives colleagues the benefits of working both in an office and remotely. Estimated Travel Minimal travel. LI-RL1 Why Corebridge? At Corebridge Financial, we prioritize the health, well-being, and work-life balance of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits and wellness program is designed to support employees both personally and professionally, ensuring that they have the resources and flexibility needed to thrive. Benefit Offerings Include: Health and Wellness: We offer a range of medical, dental and vision insurance plans, as well as mental health support and wellness initiatives to promote overall well-being. Retirement Savings: We offer retirement benefits options, which vary by location. In the U.S., our competitive 401(k) Plan offers a generous dollar-for-dollar Company matching contribution of up to 6% of eligible pay and a Company contribution equal to 3% of eligible pay (subject to annual IRS limits and Plan terms). These Company contributions vest immediately. Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling services and resources are available to all employees. Matching charitable donations: Corebridge matches donations to tax-exempt organizations 1:1, up to $5,000. Volunteer Time Off: Employees may use up to 16 volunteer hours annually to support activities that enhance and serve communities where employees live and work. Paid Time Off: Eligible employees start off with at least 24 Paid Time Off (PTO) days so they can take time off for themselves and their families when they need it. Eligibility for and participation in employer-sponsored benefit plans and Company programs will be subject to applicable law, governing Plan document(s) and Company policy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer Corebridge Financial, is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and we comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment laws. All applicants will be considered for employment based on job-related qualifications and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. The Company is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. At Corebridge Financial, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to building a creative workplace that leads to innovation, growth, and profitability. Through a wide variety of programs and initiatives, we invest in each employee, seeking to ensure that our colleagues are respected as individuals and valued for their unique perspectives. Corebridge Financial is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees, including any accommodations needed on the basis of physical or mental disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to complete any part of the application or hiring process, please send an email to TalentandInclusion@corebridgefinancial.com . Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law. To learn more please visit: www.corebridgefinancial.com Functional Area: OP - Operations Estimated Travel Percentage (%): Up to 25% Relocation Provided: No American General Life Insurance Company

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