Implementation Associate - Remote

Employment Hero; Canada; Remote; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first environment

Autonomy from day one

AI tools access

ESOP (Employee Share Options)

Learning & development opportunities

Annual Global Gathering

Job summary

Employment Hero is seeking an Implementation Associate to join our implementation team and help assess clients' HR and payroll needs to configure the Employment Hero platform for success.

You will collaborate across Support, Client Success, Payroll Services, Product, Risk and Compliance, and Finance to stay current on Canadian payroll regulations, manage a 30-client pipeline, and drive time-to-value through proactive onboarding and training.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in SaaS implementation or project management.
• At least 1 year of hands-on payroll experience, with knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and schedule training sessions, guide clients through EH setup and onboarding.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on payroll compliance in Canada.
• Maintain a rotating pipeline of ~30 clients and ensure milestones are met.
• Generate monthly reports on implementation progress and risks.
• Assist with KYC/KYB during onboarding and identify process improvements.
• Ensure smooth hand-offs to Support and Client Success teams.

Skills

SaaS implementation

Project management

Payroll knowledge (Canada)

Organizational skills

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Problem solving

Job description

Who we are

Employment Hero is on a mission to make employment easier and more valuable for everyone around the world. Our Employment Operating System brings hiring, HR, payroll and benefits into an all-in-one solution.

Since launching in 2014, we've grown from startup to global scale, reaching a valuation of over $2 billion and building a presence across six countries, with even more growth ahead. We now serve over 350,000 SMEs, pay more than 3 million employees, and support a growing pool of job seekers finding their next role through our platform.

The EH Way

At Employment Hero, we're proud of our unique DNA, which we call The EH Way.

• We are Mission First - Our Mission determines what we work on, where we invest, and where we focus. Every decision runs through a single filter: does this accelerate our Mission?
• We are Remote First - We champion a remote environment with a preference for asynchronous communication and a high degree of autonomy.
• We are AI First - We are committed to using AI to accelerate our mission; AI is not just a tool, it's a fundamental part of how we operate, innovate, and scale.
• We Live by Our Values - We role model our values 100% of the time.
• We Expect High Performance - We set a high standard and we're not satisfied with being average.

This role

As a Implementation Associate, you'll be working with the Implementation team and report to the Team Lead, implementation and will be instrumental in assessing clients' HR and payroll requirements to ensure optimal configuration of the Employment Hero platform.

Your key focus areas will be:

• Facilitate and schedule training sessions, create work-back schedules, guide clients through the EH setup, troubleshoot issues, and provide ongoing consultation to ensure successful onboarding
• Work closely with teams across Support, Client Success, Payroll Services, Technical Support, Product, Risk and Compliance, and Finance to share knowledge and remain up-to-date on Canadian payroll regulations
• Collaborate with the Sales and partnership teams to align on SLAs to guarantee a smooth client transition, and identify opportunities for expanding product adoption
• Maintain a rotating pipeline of approximately 30 clients, ensuring efficient and successful implementation for all
• Regularly review client pipelines to track progress, identify potential roadblocks, and ensure timely delivery of all milestones during weekly 1:1 with your direct manager
• Generate and present monthly reports on implementation progress, client feedback, and potential risks to internal stakeholders
• Assist with KYC/ KYB processes during the onboarding phase to ensure compliance and smooth client transitionsIdentify opportunities for process optimization and work with internal teams to implement improvements that drive efficiency, improve time-to-value, launch ratio, and client satisfaction
• Address and resolve client issues or concerns promptly, ensuring a high level of satisfaction and minimal disruption to their workflow
• Gather client feedback and collaborate with the Product team to suggest improvements or feature requests based on client needs
• Ensure a smooth client hand-off to Support and Client Success teams

Who you are

To thrive at Employment Hero, you'll need to embody The EH Way - operating with focus, agility, and an obsession with impact. For this role, you'll also bring

• 2-3 years of experience in SaaS implementation or project management, with a proven ability to manage multiple client engagements simultaneously
• At least 1 year of hands-on payroll experience, with a solid understanding of Canadian payroll legislation and compliance requirements
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills to juggle multiple implementations simultaneously
• Analytical mindset with the ability to generate reports, track key metrics, and analyze pipeline performance
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build trust with clients and internal teamsA proactive, solution-oriented mindset with a passion for delivering an outstanding client experience
• Tech savvy and possesses the ability to learn
• Experience working in a start-up or high-growth environment is an asset

What we can offer

At Employment Hero, we don't just talk about a better way to work. We live it.

Joining Employment Hero means you'll:

• Work in a remote-first environment, giving you the autonomy to do your best work while delivering meaningful outcomes.
• Be trusted to own your work, make decisions, and have a real impact from day one.
• Access cutting-edge AI tools and technology that help you move faster, think bigger, and amplify your expertise.
• Surround yourself with ambitious, high-performing teammates who will challenge, support and inspire you to do the best work of your career.
• Own ESOP (Employee Share Options) in one of the world's fastest-growing technology companies, so you can share in the value you help create.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including generous parental leave, subsidised egg freezing, a home office allowance, and outstanding learning and development opportunities to support your growth.
• Connect with colleagues from around the world at our Annual Global Gathering. We've celebrated together in Thailand, Vietnam, Bali and Dubai, and can't wait to meet in the Gold Coast, Australia, in September 2026.

Privacy and AI Notices

• AINotice: We're AI-first, so may use AI tools to review your applications and support our early interviewing and hiring process. They help us cut the noise, surface great talent fast and make sure every candidate gets a fair, consistent experience.
• We verify candidate identity and location as part of our hiring process.
• Employment Hero celebrates diverse perspectives and experiences, we invite people of all backgrounds and identities to apply for this position.
• At Employment Hero, we are committed to safeguarding the privacy of your application data. By applying to this role, you acknowledge our Applicant Privacy Policy made available here: employmenthero.com/legals/applicant-policy/.