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 a high-performance environment
  • Proven track record of full P&L ownership and revenue growth
  • Strategic expertise across operations, service delivery, and sales
  • Ability to lead and motivate diverse teams effectively
  • Exceptional communication skills, particularly with C-suite executives
  • Flexibility to work under pressure and adapt to change
  • Military experience or equivalent alternative experiences are valued.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a leadership team of approximately five across the US.
  • Define and execute the strategic vision for the organization.
  • Own and manage full P&L responsibilities including revenue and cost control.
  • Lead initiatives for customer expansion and executive-level relationship management.
  • Oversee all aspects of service delivery and onboarding processes.
  • Drive innovation and continuous improvement for scalable operations.
  • Implement governance structures and key performance indicators to ensure accountability.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model with three days minimum in the office.
  • Focus on talent development and leadership growth opportunities.
  • Emphasis on a values-driven culture and inclusion.
  • Supportive environment recognizing military experience and skills.
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

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