Senior Manager Global Payroll Digital Automation

ADP; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global human capital management provider is seeking a Director of Global Transformation Implementation & AI in Staines-upon-Thames. This role involves leading AI-driven initiatives and global implementation strategies to enhance payroll solutions for multinational clients. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in transformation leadership within the payroll or HR sector and a strong understanding of process improvement. It offers a dynamic work environment focused on innovation and client success.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in transformation leadership.
• Proven track record leading transformation in multi-country environments.
• Strong understanding of process improvement and digital enablement.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end global payroll transformation integrating AI.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to implement best practices.
• Drive structured change programs to adopt AI tools.

Skills

Transformation leadership

Implementation expertise

Change management

AI strategy integration

Client-centric innovation

Education

Degree in Business, Operations, or related field

Lean Six Sigma certification

Job description

Overview

The Director of Global Transformation Implementation & AI will be a core member of the ESI DOTS leadership team, responsible for leading and orchestrating transformation and AI-driven initiatives across the global payroll implementation lifecycle for multinational clients.

This role combines strategic leadership in AI transformation, program management, and implementation delivery, focusing on enhancing efficiency, innovation, and client experience within ADP’s GlobalView business — supporting some of the world’s largest organizations in delivering compliant, scalable, and integrated global payroll solutions.

You will lead complex change programs across diverse geographies, integrating AI opportunities into delivery models and aligning with business priorities. Your deep experience in global transformation, program oversight, and applied AI will be critical to driving impactful change and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Global Implementation Strategy, AI & Transformation: Lead end-to-end transformation across global payroll implementation and AI-enabled workflows. Integrate AI strategy and use cases into the implementation lifecycle to drive automation, consistency, and client value. Develop and execute strategic roadmaps that enhance scalability, time-to-value, and onboarding quality through innovative technology adoption.
• Cross-Functional & Program Leadership: Partner with Implementation, Product, Service Delivery, PMO, Digital, and AI teams to embed best practices across programs. Act as a thought leader and delivery partner in global AI initiatives, including piloting and scaling solutions across regions.
• AI & Change Management Enablement: Lead structured change programs to support the adoption of AI tools and digital transformation across global delivery teams. Develop communication and enablement plans to drive engagement, training, and successful rollout of new models.
• Project & Program Management: Direct large-scale, strategic AI and implementation programs with global visibility. Establish governance, KPIs, and reporting mechanisms to ensure progress, impact, and transparency across client portfolios.
• Client-Centric Innovation: Drive a client-first approach in all transformation efforts, focusing on compliance, localization, experience, and innovation. Serve as a transformation partner to global clients, identifying pain points and introducing AI-enabled enhancements.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as a trusted advisor to executive stakeholders, presenting progress updates, risks, and strategic recommendations. Align cross-functional leaders around program goals and ensure adoption of new tools and approaches.
• Kształt: Critical Success Factors — Expertise in global transformation and large-scale program delivery; Strong understanding of AI use cases in enterprise services or implementation; Skilled at leading across matrixed, multinational teams; Confident communicator and stakeholder manager; Agile, innovative, and outcome-oriented mindset.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Education:

• Degree or equivalent in Business, Operations, or related field
• Lean Six Sigma certification (preferred)

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in transformation leadership and good understanding of Implementation
• Proven track record leading transformation in a multi-country, multinational environment
• Experience in the payroll, HR, or enterprise technology sector
• Strong understanding of process improvement, change management, and digital enablement

Languages:

• Fluent in English (mandatory); additional languages an advantage

Reporting Relationships:

• Reports to: Senior Director –ESI Transformation & Program Delivery

A little about ADP: We are a comprehensive global provider of cloud-based human capital management (HCM) solutions that unite HR, payroll, talent, time, tax and benefits administration and a leader in business outsourcing services, analytics, and compliance expertise. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating a down-to-earth culture that embraces our core values, welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging. We\u2019ve received recognition for our work by many esteemed organizations, learn more at ADP Awards and Recognition.

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