Senior Payroll Manager

Baazi Games, India's premier online gaming network, has been revolutionizing the industry since 2014 with indigenous platforms like PokerBaazi, CardBaazi, and SportsBaazi. With over 12 million users, Baazi Games has emerged as a tech-driven powerhouse blending innovation with real-money gaming.

We are looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Manager - People Analytics & Payroll to oversee end-to-end payroll, HR data reporting, and support compensation & benefits processes. This role sits at the intersection of operations, compliance, analytics, and total rewards, is critical to enable data-driven people decisions. While day-to-day execution is supported by a team member, this role will lead the function, bring in automation, design scalable processes, and ensure compliance with zero error mindset.

What will you get to do here?

Payroll Management

- Lead the end-to-end payroll framework for the organization, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing.
- Oversee and optimize payroll operations; guide and review all inputs and processes.
- Drive automation and process reengineering to reduce manual interventions and increase accuracy.
- Design and implement controls for payroll compliance, including audits, reconciliations, and governance practices.
- Set up clear SLAs, escalation mechanisms, and documentation protocols.

People Analytics & HR Reporting

- Build and manage regular dashboards and analytics for leadership – including headcount, attrition, payroll cost, diversity metrics, etc.
- Drive data-driven insights for decision-making around manpower planning, talent health, and budgeting.

Compensation & Benefits Support

- Assist in annual compensation review cycles (budgeting, benchmarking, increment cycles).
- Support the implementation and governance of incentive, variable pay, or benefits programs.
- Own the employee insurance lifecycle – vendor management, renewals, claims experience, communications, and enhancements.

Process Design & Compliance

- Continuously enhance people operations processes with a focus on efficiency, user experience, and compliance.
- Support internal and statutory audits, including data accuracy, compliance documentation, and SOP adherence.
- Ensure HR systems/tools are leveraged effectively with clean data structures and strong reporting logic.

What are we looking for?

- 8–12 years of experience in HR operations, payroll, C&B, or analytics
- Bachelor's or Master's in Finance, HR, or related field. Payroll certifications are a plus.
- Proven ability to lead and structure payroll processes and drive automation.
- Strong understanding of statutory laws (PF, PT, ESIC, TDS), and insurance-related benefits.
- Analytical mindset with excellent command of Excel, HR dashboards, and reporting tools (Power BI/Tableau is a plus).
- High attention to detail, process orientation, and governance mindset.
- Experience with payroll systems like Darwinbox, Workday, SAP, or ADP

All in at Baazi Games – Here's what you get:

- Competitive salary and growth opportunities
- Flexible work timings with a Hybrid Work Policy
- Instant Recognition Programs and Achiever's Awards
- Learning & Development reimbursements up to 10% of your CTC
- Flexi Benefits and customized perk options
- Farmhouse Workstation with a pet-friendly office
- Full ownership and autonomy from Day 1
- Inclusive Maternity and Paternity benefits

Ready to Go All In?

If you're driven by high-stakes challenges, love building seamless gaming experiences, and thrive at the intersection of tech and thrill—then this is your table. Join the PokerBaazi crew and bring your A-game. Come be a Baazigar.

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