Global Client Payroll Manager

PwC; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Birmingham is looking for a Payroll Implementation Manager to lead the implementation of a Global Payroll Platform for high-profile clients. The ideal candidate will manage project timelines, engage with local teams, and ensure the successful delivery of payroll solutions. Strong project management skills and a focus on client relations are essential. This role offers comprehensive benefits, including flexible working arrangements and support for career development.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Private medical cover

Access to a virtual GP

Six volunteering days a year

Qualifications

• Strong project management and organisational skills are essential.
• Excellent communication and client relationship abilities required.
• Comfortable working across multiple countries and cultures.
• Experience managing stakeholders and mentoring others preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end implementation of PwC's Global Payroll Platform (GPP).
• Act as the main client contact during onboarding.
• Manage project timelines and capture business requirements.
• Coordinate with local payroll and technology teams.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Technical aptitude

Education

CIPP/CPP qualification (or working towards)

Job description

At PwC, our people in workforce consulting focus on providing consulting services related to human resources, talent management, and organisational development. They analyse client needs, develop people and organisation strategies. These individuals offer guidance and support to help clients optimise their workforce, enhance employee engagement, and drive organisational effectiveness. Those in employment law, tax and payroll at PwC will specialise in providing comprehensive legal and financial consulting services related to human resources. You will work closely with clients to confirm compliance with employment law and tax requirements. You will be responsible for providing guidance on employment contracts, employee benefits, payroll taxes, and help organisations mitigate legal risks, optimise tax strategies, and confirm compliance with regulations to support effective human resource management.

About the role:

This role leads the implementation of PwC's Global Payroll Platform (GPP) for high-profile clients as part of our managed payroll service. You'll be the main client contact, working with local payroll teams to understand multi-country payroll processes, gather requirements, and coordinate internal teams to set up the GPP and local payroll software. Payroll knowledge is beneficial, and you'll collaborate closely with in-country payroll specialists and GPP experts to ensure successful delivery.

What your days will look like:

• Lead end-to-end implementation of PwC's Global Payroll Platform (GPP)
• Act as the main client contact during onboarding
• Manage project timelines and capture business requirements
• Coordinate with local payroll and technology teams

This role is for you if:

• Strong project management and organisational skills
• Excellent communication and client relationship abilities
• Comfortable working across multiple countries and cultures
• Technical aptitude or willingness to learn complex platformsExperience managing stakeholders and mentoring others
• CIPP/CPP qualification (or working towards) highly desirable

What you'll receive from us:

No matter where you may be in your career or personal life, our benefits are designed to add value and support, recognising and rewarding you fairly for your contributions. We offer a range of benefits including empowered flexibility and a working week split between office, home and client site; private medical cover and 24/7 access to a qualified virtual GP; six volunteering days a year and much more.