Service Executive, General Manager - WorkMarket

ADP

$130K — $180K *
Business Services
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 15+ years of executive leadership experience in high-performance environments.
  • Established record of full P&L leadership with proven revenue and profitability growth.
  • Strong business acumen and superior communication skills.
  • Ability to inspire and lead cross-functional teams effectively.
  • Experience in matrix management of professional organizations.
  • Proven performance assessment and mentoring abilities.
  • Adaptability to high-pressure and rapidly changing environments.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a team of ~5 leaders across the US.
  • Define and execute the strategic vision for WorkMarket, aligning with enterprise goals.
  • Oversee full P&L accountability, including revenue growth and cost management.
  • Lead sales alignment and executive-level client relationships.
  • Drive innovation and continuous improvement across operational platforms.
  • Establish KPIs and performance metrics to ensure organizational accountability.
  • Facilitate strategic initiatives in partnership with senior leadership.

Benefits

  • Inclusive culture valuing diversity and fostering a sense of belonging.
  • Career growth opportunities in an agile environment.
  • Continuous learning and professional development resources.
  • Best-in-class health benefits starting on Day 1.
  • Work-life balance resources and flexibility.
  • Focus on mental health and overall well-being.
  • Community involvement through company-supported volunteer time.
Full Job Description
As a Service Executive within the WorkMarket organization, you will be accountable for leading the overall strategy, direction, and performance of the business. This role holds end-to-end accountability for revenue, service delivery, implementation, operations, and sales partnership, with full P&L ownership.

In this role, you will set the long-term vision, drive enterprise alignment, and ensure successful execution across all facets of the business while fostering a high-performance, values-driven culture

WHAT YOU'LL DO: Responsibilities
  • Manage a team of ~5 leaders across the US.
  • Define and execute the strategic vision for WorkMarket aligned with enterprise goals.
  • Own full P&L includes revenue growth, profitability, forecasting, and cost management.
  • Lead sales alignment, customer expansion, and executive-level client relationships.
  • Oversee service delivery, implementation, onboarding, and operational excellence.
  • Drive innovation, scalability, and continuous improvement across the platform.
  • Establish governance, KPIs, and performance metrics ensuring accountability.
  • Drive the identification of strategic initiatives and projects, in partnership with the senior leadership team to manage the execution of the initiatives.
  • Provides consolidated information and transparency with relevant reports that help in tracking and managing project, program, and portfolio performance.
  • Identifies linkages and dependencies and detects systemic disconnects and bottlenecks, resolves communications and interface issues across organizational silos, and develops and manages relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Builds and sustains a culture that prioritizes effective change management and accountability for governance across the organization
  • Ensures organizational development and readiness through key partnerships
  • Provides consultation and alignment with division and corporate projects and initiative management thought leadership.

Values-Driven Leadership Expectations
  • Build Trust & Belonging: Inspire trust through self-awareness, inclusivity, and transparency while fostering a culture of belonging across teams.
  • Grow Our People: Drive talent development, succession planning, and leadership growth aligned to organizational goals.
  • Act Decisively: Use data, insights, and market trends to make strategic, timely decisions and manage risk effectively.
  • Champion Change: Lead innovation and transformation, articulating a bold vision and driving organizational adaptability.
  • Foster Collaboration: Break down silos, align teams, and enable enterprise-wide collaboration to achieve optimal outcomes.
  • Execute Every Day: Set clear goals, measure progress, communicate transparently, and deliver consistent results.

Success Measures
  • Drive revenue growth, profitability, and market expansion
  • Enhance client satisfaction, retention, and account growth
  • Improve operational efficiency and ensuring successful implementation
  • Strengthen employee engagement and leadership effectiveness

TO SUCCEED IN THIS ROLE: Requirements
  • This is a hybrid role (3 days in the office minimum). Qualified candidates will sit in one of the following locations: Maitland, FL, New York, NY, or in one of our NJ locations (Roseland, Parsippany, or Florham Park).
  • 15+ years of executive leadership experience in a high-performance environment that has consistently demonstrated World Class Service comparable to ADP's mission with significant measurable results.
  • Must have the ability to motivate and lead others; highly collaborative planning ability; superior business acumen, communication, and business judgment.
  • Established record of full P&L leadership with consistent delivery of revenue and profitability growth
  • Strategic expertise across operations, service delivery, and sales partnership to drive business performance
  • Influential leader with the ability to guide cross-functional teams and impact enterprise-level decision-making
  • Management experience in matrix management and oversight of a highly professional or organization
  • Proven ability to assess performance, mentor, and counsel associates are essential. Strong leadership and people management skills are required.
  • Must be able to work under pressure of time constraints and be able to function in a flexible, constantly changing environment. Effective time management and conflict resolution skills are required.
  • Demonstrated ability to engage and communicate effectively-both verbally and in writing-with C-suite leaders, including delivering detailed, high-impact presentations.

A college degree is great but not required. What's more important is having the skills to do the job. Other acceptable experiences could include:
  • Experience noted above, OR
  • Military Experience. We recognize and appreciate the unique talents and experiences Veterans bring to the table. We value the discipline, commitment, and problem-solving abilities you developed and are excited to provide an environment where you can continue to make a meaningful impact.


BONUS POINTS FOR THESE: Preferred Qualifications
  • MBA or Advanced Degree preferred.
  • Should have a working knowledge of industry-leading practices in the disciplines of Human Capital Management. (Payroll, Human Resources, Time, Benefits, Recruiting, and Talent Management).
  • Experience with LEAN/Six Sigma methodologies is preferred.
  • Familiarity with CRM, financial modeling tools, and data analytics platforms
  • Experience managing large, complex client portfolios or enterprise-level accounts

YOU'LL LOVE WORKING HERE BECAUSE YOU CAN:
  • Be yourself in a culture that values equity, inclusion, and belonging and create a safe space for diverse perspectives and insights.
  • Belong by joining one of nine Business Resource Groups where you can connect globally with networks and allies who share common interests and experiences.
  • Grow your career in an agile, fast-paced environment with plenty of opportunities to progress.
  • Continuously learn. Ongoing training, development, and mentorship opportunities for even the most insatiable learner.
  • Be your healthiest. Best-in-class benefits start on Day 1 because healthy associates are happy ones.
  • Balance work and life. Resources and flexibility to integrate your work and your life more easily.
  • Focus on your mental health and well-being. We're here to provide exceptional service to our clients, and none of that happens without each of us taking care of ourselves and being there for one another.
  • Join a company committed to giving back and generating a lasting, positive impact upon the communities in which we work and live.
  • Get paid to pay it forward. Company-paid time off for volunteering for causes you care about.


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