Payroll Implementation Project Manager - REMOTE

Jobgether; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a Payroll Implementation Project Manager to oversee country projects enhancing the payroll program. This temporary role involves coordinating project delivery, maintaining documentation, and managing stakeholder relationships. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of payroll experience, strong analytical skills, and familiarity with payroll systems in various countries. The position offers flexibility and development opportunities within a global environment.

Benefits

Opportunity to lead impactful projects

Flexible working environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ experience with payroll processes and transformation.
• Experience in payroll project management across multiple geographies.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate internal resources and third parties for end-to-end project delivery.
• Ensure all assigned projects are delivered on-time, within scope and budget.
• Develop timelines against project scopes and objectives with stakeholder involvement.

Skills

Payroll processes and transformation

Project management

Analytical skills

Relationship-building skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication in English

Knowledge of payroll systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent business experience

Tools

Microsoft tools

HCM systems, preferably Workday

Job description

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Payroll Implementation Project Manager. In this role, you will lead a series of country projects aimed at enhancing the payroll program over a two-year temporary contract. You will collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure timely and budget-conformant project delivery, driving significant business value. Your expertise will be crucial for creating streamlined processes and fostering effective cross-border communication.

Accountabilities

• Coordinate internal resources and third parties for end-to-end project delivery
• Ensure all assigned projects are delivered on-time, within scope and budget
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation including project plans and risk management matrix
• Develop timelines against project scopes and objectives with stakeholder involvement
• Ensure resource availability and allocation across all stakeholders
• Measure and report project performance
• Manage relationships with program stakeholders for successful implementation
• Partner with Workstream Leads to ensure consistent project delivery across geographies

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent business experience preferred
• 6+ years’ experience with payroll processes and transformation
• Experience in payroll project management across multiple geographies
• Strong analytical skills to critically evaluate information
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team
• Excellent relationship-building skills across functions
• Goal-driven, accountable, with significant attention to detail
• Knowledge of payroll processes in multiple countries
• Experience with project management or transformation
• ficiency in Microsoft tools and multiple payroll vendor systems
• Familiarity with HCM systems, preferably Workday
• Fluent in English, with an additional European language preferred
• Flexibility in working hours to cover global timezones

Benefits

• Opportunity to lead impactful projects with global reach
• Flexible working environment
• Collaboration with teams from multiple geographies
• Professional development opportunities
• Exposure to various payroll systems and processes

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