• Responsible for overseeing the successful implementation and data migration of payroll systems for clients

You will lead and manage the full payroll implementation process—ensuring accurate data transfer, correct system configuration, and smooth transition to live payroll—while collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders and providing ongoing support and training

• Project setup: organize and run kick-off meetings with onboarding teams and clients, create, maintain and manage project plans to deliver successful client roll-outs
• Client and project management: support internal and external project review calls, coordinate project streams, and manage changes to scope and delivery schedules
• Define payroll process requirements: establish client payroll and data requirements and manage payroll calendars timely and effectively
• Maintain documentation: keep detailed project documentation including project plans, status reports, and process documentation
• System setup and parallel payroll: define, agree and configure interfaces, reports and system configurations to deliver parallel and live payroll for month 1 and 2 if applicable
• Go-live transition and sign-off: work with clients to sign off on projects, document client-specific needs and processes, and generate reports to analyze, audit, and reconcile payroll data
• Reports mapping: map GL reports if required
• Communication: act as the point of contact for all payroll project matters for the client and schedule/attend weekly client calls to report on project status, risks, actions, issues and dependencies
• Autonomous project ownership: set priorities, manage projects appropriately, report regularly to senior leadership, and escalate issues when necessary
• End-to-end project management: lead and manage the implementation of a global payroll system, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery
• Client requirements gathering: collect key requirements from clients and guide them through technical payroll onboarding aspects
• Stakeholder collaboration: work with HR, Finance, and other stakeholders to gather payroll requirements
• Compliance: ensure payroll processes adhere to local tax and labor laws and stay up to date with changes
• Data migration oversight: manage migration of payroll data from legacy systems to the new global payroll system ensuring accuracy and security

Testing and change management: develop and execute comprehensive testing plans and implement change management strategies for smooth transitions

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in global payroll implementation and payroll operations
• Strong knowledge of payroll processes and compliance across the designated location
• Experience with payroll systems and payroll software
• Client-facing project management experience and the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills

The role requires regular status reporting to senior leadership and ownership of escalation where necessary

## Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: Not specified
• Key benefits: stock grant opportunities dependent on role, employment status and location
• Additional perks and benefits based on employment status and country
• Flexibility of remote work, including optional We

Scalable benefits, rewards and perks as part of Total Rewards programs; company-provided healthcare and benefits in many countries