Director of Global Payroll

HW Staffing Solutions; Wexford; On-site; EUR 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a Director of Global Payroll to lead the transformation of their payroll operations. This role requires extensive experience in global payroll leadership and deep knowledge of SAP SuccessFactors and Employee Central Payroll (ECP). The successful candidate will define a global roadmap and ensure compliance across multiple countries. This contract position is located in Wexford, Ireland, offering competitive pay and a flexible work model.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Global Payroll leadership, leading transformation or system migration.
• Deep knowledge of SAP SuccessFactors, Employee Central, and ECP.
• Strong command of global payroll regulations and compliance.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the global payroll transformation strategy.
• Guarantee timely and compliant payroll processing globally.
• Lead and mentor a global payroll team across multiple regions.
• Manage relationships with third-party payroll providers and SAP.

Skills

Global Payroll leadership

SAP HCM

Communication

Change Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field

Tools

SAP SuccessFactors

Employee Central Payroll (ECP)

Job description

Director of Global Payroll Transformation (SAP SuccessFactors Focus)

Our client is a global leader in analytical laboratory technologies and solutions, seeking a highly motivated and skilled Director of Global Payroll for this high impact role. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute and be part of an organization passionate to delivery best-in-class products and services. Our client, a leading global enterprise, is searching for a visionary and hands‑on Director of Global Payroll to orchestrate a complete modernization of their international payroll operations. This is a mission‑critical role focused on leading a global transformation centered around SAP SuccessFactors and Employee Central Payroll (ECP).

We are looking for the strategic leader who can seamlessly integrate payroll with core HCM systems, standardize processes across multiple countries, and build a truly unified, compliant, and scalable global payroll function.

If you are a proven payroll transformation expert with deep SAP SuccessFactors/ECP knowledge ready to own a global roadmap, this is the opportunity to add to your already proven track record.

Compensation & Work Model

Hourly Pay

$85.00 – $105.00 per hour USD

Work Schedule

36.75 hours per week

Onsite at one of these locations

Wilmslow UK, Wexford Ireland, Guyancourt France

Key Responsibilities: What You Will Lead

Transformation & SAP SuccessFactors Leadership

• Own the Global Roadmap: Define and drive the global payroll transformation, leveraging SAP SuccessFactors & Employee Central as the core technological foundation.
• System Mastery: Spearhead the end‑to‑end integration strategy between SAP SuccessFactors, Employee Central Payroll (ECP), Time, Benefits, and Finance modules.
• Optimization Expert: Drive process automation, workflow efficiency, and critical data integrity across the global payroll‑HCM landscape.

Global Operations & Compliance Excellence

• Multi‑Country Oversight: Guarantee the accurate, timely, and compliant processing of payroll for all global regions.
• Governance Champion: Implement robust global governance frameworks, audit controls, and compliance standards (including GDPR and local statutory requirements).
• KPI Driven: Establish and monitor KPIs and metrics to ensure the highest service quality and continuous operational improvement.

Strategic Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Team Development: Lead, mentor, and scale a global payroll team spanning multiple regions and time zones.
• Vendor Strategy: Manage key relationships with SAP, third‑party payroll providers, and system integrators, overseeing selection, contracts, and SLA adherence.
• Cross‑Functional Partner: Serve as the strategic payroll liaison to senior leadership, Finance, HRIS, and IT for complex projects (e.g., M&A integration, international expansion).

Required Qualifications: The Profile We Need

• Experience: 10+ years in Global Payroll leadership, with demonstrable success in leading large‑scale payroll transformation or system migration programs.
• Technical Depth: Deep, hands‑on knowledge of SAP HCM, SuccessFactors Employee Central, and Employee Central Payroll (ECP) is non‑negotiable.
• Regulatory Expertise: Strong command of global payroll regulations, statutory compliance, and data privacy requirements.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or a related field.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional leadership, communication, and change management capabilities in a complex, matrixed organization.

Preferred Skills (A Strong Plus)

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CPP, PMP, SAP SuccessFactors).
• Experience with shared service models and centralized global governance.
• Familiarity with SAP integration tools (e.g., CPI, BIB) and agile methodologies.

This contract position will be expected to go for 6 to 12 months. This role can to other opportunities.

We would be pleased to discuss a consultative role if suitable.

This is an immediate opening subject to background check and drug test.

HW Staffing Solutions is an EOE employer.