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# Senior Global Vendor Manager at Pebl

- **Company:** Pebl
- **Location:** Lisbon, Portugal
- **Compensation:** €57k–€70k
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** hybrid
- **Posted:** 2026-07-28
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-08
- **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/pebl/6d8c5ba6-ea33-42de-9a6e-19728bbecaae

## Job description

Purpose in Every Position

Pebl puts a world of talent at your fingertips. With our AI-powered Global Work Platform™, companies can hire, pay, and manage employees in 185+ countries—removing risk, red tape, and guesswork from global growth. Backed by more than a decade of compliance leadership and local expertise, Pebl helps businesses move fast, stay compliant, and scale with confidence. With Pebl, companies everywhere can hire great talent anywhere.

Where Your Work Moves the Needle.

At Pebl, every team member drives our success. Joining us means more than filling a role—you’re accountable for results and impact. Our values guide how we operate, execute, and collaborate across borders. By putting them into action, you’ll help us scale faster, compete harder, and lead the future of global work.

What Makes You a Great Fit

We are looking for an experienced and execution-focused Senior Global Network Manager to join our Network team. This full-time hybrid role, based in Lisbon, sits at the heart of Pebl's global payroll partner ecosystem—spanning 126 countries and 175+ active partners. You will own the day-to-day mechanics of how Pebl sources, activates, governs, and sustains its network of In-Country Partners (ICPs) and Managed Service Providers (MSPs), ensuring our global operations remain compliant, cost-effective, and scalable.

This role will report to the Director of Payroll Operations, Network and Expense.

## How You'll Make an Impact

Partner Sourcing & Activation

- Lead end-to-end RFP processes to identify, vet, and onboard new partners across new and existing markets.
- Manage partner reactivation pipelines, including due diligence reviews and contract refreshes for previously inactive partnerships.
- Respond to proactive expansion requests and sales-driven needs for new territories with structured sourcing plans.

Contract Negotiation & Governance

- Negotiate localized contract terms, including MSAs, SOWs, and SLAs, within defined boundaries and in close collaboration with Legal.
- Serve as the internal authority on partner contractual obligations and service delivery boundaries, resolving ambiguities and preventing unauthorized cost escalations.
- Own and maintain governance frameworks and rules of engagement that define how Pebl interacts with its global partner network.

Partner Maintenance & Operational Excellence

- Act as the central advocate and operational bridge between internal teams (Payroll, Experience, Product, Onboarding) and external partners.
- Monitor and enforce SLA adherence across the partner ecosystem, escalating contractual or high-risk operational issues as required.
- Identify and lead process improvements across partner sourcing, due diligence, and governance workflows.
- Contribute to the Partner Knowledge Base, ensuring documentation, partner profiles, and rules of engagement remain current and accessible.

Let's Connect If You

- Have 5+ years of experience in global partner management, vendor operations, or a similar role within a multinational or EOR/PEO environment.
- Bring hands-on experience running RFPs, negotiating vendor contracts, and managing multi-party relationships across diverse jurisdictions.
- Are comfortable operating within pre-defined frameworks while exercising independent judgment on day-to-day partner matters.
- Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to represent Pebl's interests clearly and diplomatically across cultures.
- Are detail-oriented and organized, with a strong track record of managing complex pipelines and governance frameworks without dropping the ball.
- Are proficient in Google Workspace and comfortable working across enterprise tools; experience with Airtable, NetSuite, or partner management platforms is a plus.
- Thrive in a fast-moving, globally distributed team environment and can manage competing priorities with calm and structure.

Our Commitment to You

At Pebl, we’re committed to supporting our team with comprehensive rewards and benefits designed to meet diverse needs across roles and locations. Our core offerings include:

- Flexible Time Off – Take the time you need to recharge.
- Parental Leave – Support for growing families.
- Health and Dental Insurance – Where applicable, to cover you and your loved ones.
- Retirement Savings + Employee Incentive Plan – Plan for the future while sharing our success.

Please visit our career page for more information https://hellopebl.com/company/careers/.

Pebl is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We power global teams and believe diverse perspectives drive innovation and impact. Employment decisions at Pebl are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive culture where every teammate can thrive and do the best work of their career—anywhere in the world.

## About Pebl

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Pebl is an AI-powered Global Work Platform that provides Employer of Record (EOR) services, enabling companies to hire, pay, and manage employees in 185+ countries without setting up local entities.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Series stage not publicly disclosed; formerly known as Velocity Global)
- **Headquarters**: Palo Alto, CA, USA
- **Founded**: 2014
- **Founders**: Not publicly listed as individual founders; the company was originally founded as Velocity Global.

## Core Business
- Primary industry/industries: Global HR technology, Employer of Record (EOR), Payroll & Compliance
- Target customers: B2B – Startups to Fortune 500 companies looking to hire internationally without establishing local legal entities.
- Mission statement: "To make global work simple by helping companies hire, pay, and support their people—anywhere."

## Products & Services
- **Pebl Global Work Platform**: An AI-powered, human-led SaaS platform that integrates with HRIS, HCM, and ATS systems. It handles the full employment lifecycle: locally compliant contracts, payroll, tax filings, statutory benefits, paid leave, onboarding, and offboarding across 185+ countries.
- **Employer of Record (EOR) Services**: Pebl acts as the legal employer for international workers, taking on compliance and liability so client companies can focus on the work relationship. Includes in-country legal teams and a partnership with Baker McKenzie, the #1 global employment law firm.
- **AI Assistant ("Alfie")**: A conversational AI tool that provides vetted answers in 50+ languages to help HR teams navigate global compliance questions.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed.
- **Key Metric**: Manages over $1 billion in annual global payroll and supports 185+ countries.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Partnership with Baker McKenzie (global employment law firm). Backed by a decade of compliance expertise. Trusted by startups and Fortune 500s alike.
- **Growth Signals**: Rebranded from Velocity Global to Pebl in 2024. Rated #1 for compliance on G2. Holds more employment licenses than any other EOR. Has 200+ world-class in-house legal experts. Company has 302 U.S.-based employees (Medium size) with colleagues across 45+ countries.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Compliance Leadership**: Rated #1 for compliance on G2, with a multi-layered approach that includes in-house regional legal teams and a partnership with Baker McKenzie.
- **Scale & Licenses**: Holds more employment licenses than any other EOR, providing a legal moat that is difficult for competitors to replicate.
- **AI-Powered Platform**: Integrates with existing HRIS/HCM/ATS systems and offers a conversational AI assistant (Alfie) for real-time compliance guidance.
- **Speed**: Can onboard new employees in as little as 24 hours with a flat-rate, transparent pricing model (no hidden fees).

## Strategic Focus
- **AI Integration**: Deepening the use of AI (Alfie) to automate compliance checks, provide salary guidance, and streamline global hiring workflows.
- **Global Expansion**: Continuing to expand country coverage and employment license portfolio (already at 185+ countries).
- **Product-Led Growth**: Emphasizing a self-service portal and transparent pricing to reduce friction for customers.

## Why Work Here
- **Remote-First Culture**: Work from where you're most effective, with opportunities to connect in person at global hubs. Monthly stipends for workspace setup.
- **Global Team**: Colleagues across 45 countries, offering a diverse, international work environment.
- **Career Growth**: Defined job expectations, real mentorship, and clear paths to promotion. "More ownership, less hierarchy" with direct access to decision-makers.
- **Benefits**: 12 weeks minimum paid parental leave, competitive retirement plans, incentive equity, performance-based bonuses, flexible PTO, and paid volunteer days. The entire company shuts down globally a few times per year ("Pebl Pause") for rest.
- **Certified Workplace**: Great Place To Work® Certified™ (75% of employees say it's a great place to work vs. 57% at a typical U.S. company).
- **Open Roles**: Currently hiring for Account Managers, Payroll Specialists, Account Executives, Product Manager Intern (AI), Strategic Account Executives, Product Design Intern, and Benefits Administrators across AMER and EMEA regions.

## Sources
1. [hellopebl.com - Company Page](https://hellopebl.com/company/)
2. [hellopebl.com - Careers Page](https://hellopebl.com/company/careers/)
3. [hellopebl.com - Product Page](https://hellopebl.com/)
4. [Great Place To Work - Pebl Profile](https://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/7007819)
5. [LinkedIn - Pebl](https://www.linkedin.com/company/hellopebl)
6. [Ashby - Pebl Careers](https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/pebl)

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