Why This Job is Featured on The SaaS Jobs
Why this Role is Featured on The SaaS Jobs
Project management roles become especially consequential in SaaS businesses that ship continuously and coordinate across product, engineering, and go to market functions. In a platform like payroll and HR, delivery work tends to sit close to operational complexity, including multi country considerations and compliance driven dependencies, which raises the bar for planning, sequencing, and stakeholder alignment.
For a SaaS career, this kind of remit builds durable operating skills that translate across categories and company sizes. End to end delivery ownership, risk management, and post project process improvement map directly to how subscription software teams mature their execution as roadmaps expand and internal teams multiply. Experience working with common tooling and Agile adjacent practices also travels well between SaaS environments where visibility, cadence, and iteration matter.
The section above is editorial commentary from The SaaS Jobs, provided to help SaaS professionals understand the role in a broader industry context.
Job Description
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 7,000 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 $17.3 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.
Responsibilities:
Lead and manage end-to-end project delivery, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project goals, deliverables, and timelines.
Create detailed project plans, including timelines, resources, and risk management strategies.
Track project progress, adjust timelines, and manage risks to ensure successful delivery.
Communicate project status, milestones, and issues to key stakeholders and leadership.
Identify and resolve any issues or roadblocks that may impact project timelines or deliverables.
Coordinate resources and ensure project teams are aligned and equipped to meet project objectives.
Conduct post-project evaluations and provide recommendations for process improvements.
Manage project budgets, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently and costs are controlled.
Foster a collaborative and productive team environment, motivating team members and supporting their development.
Qualifications:
5+ years of experience in project management or related fields.
Proven track record of managing complex projects across multiple teams or departments.
Strong proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Asana, Jira, Trello, MS Project).
Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with diverse teams and stakeholders.
Experience managing project budgets and resources effectively.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with a focus on finding solutions to project challenges.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle shifting priorities with ease.
Familiarity with Agile or Scrum methodologies is a plus.
PMP or other project management certifications are a plus.
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
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 optional WeWork access
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 accommodations on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations, please inform our Talent Acquisition Team via this link and a team member will be in touch to ensure your equal participation. If you have difficulty accessing the form, please email at recruiting@deel.com.
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