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Our client, is seeking a seasoned, delivery-focused Global Payroll Implementation Lead to direct a high-visibility, global payroll transformation program.
In this strategic consulting role, you will serve as the central project lead responsible for consolidating a complex ecosystem of 8 to 9 regional payroll vendors down to two primary global vendor partners. Operating as a standalone delivery leader, you will collaborate closely across HR, Finance, Payroll Operations, Legal, IT, and regional business units to manage the end-to-end migration of the global payroll landscape to a single, unified solution.
This position is ideal for a senior project manager who thrives on managing complex integrations, multi-country vendor transitions, and cross-functional change readiness to ensure accurate, compliant, and seamless go-lives.
Duration: 18-Month Contract
Work Arrangement:
Remote / Hybrid Options Available
Advantages
High-Visibility Transformation Scope:
Direct a cornerstone global enterprise program that reshapes payroll operations, vendor delivery, and data integrations worldwide.
Complex Integration Sandbox:
Partner directly across cross-functional leadership teams, bridging the gap between Workday HRIS systems, global Finance, and external vendor platforms.
18-Month Engagement Stability:
Secure a long-term, 18-month consulting contract within a well-funded, stable global enterprise transformation program.
End-to-End Strategic Impact:
Own the full deployment lifecycle from initial discovery and vendor orchestration through to Parallel Runs, UAT, and post-go-live operational adoption.
Responsibilities
Implementation Roadmap & Vendor Orchestration
Master Schedule Management:
Establish and maintain the global implementation master schedule, defining critical paths, regional go-live dates, and integrated deployment milestones.
Vendor Escalation & Oversight:
Serve as the primary point of contact and escalation for global payroll vendors, ensuring delivery aligns with internal technical specifications, timelines, and change readiness expectations.
Cross-Functional Working Team Leadership:
Form and lead a cross-functional working group comprising Finance, Payroll Operations, HR, Legal, IT, and regional leaders to align technical delivery with local compliance and operational needs.
Systems Interface, Testing & Change Management
IT & HRIS Interface:
Act as the primary bridge between Payroll and IT/HRIS teams, ensuring system configurations, data mapping, and integrations (specifically involving Workday) support accurate payroll processing and operational usability.
End-to-End Testing & Parallel Runs:
Design and oversee User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and Parallel Run strategies, validating technical calculation accuracy while verifying operational readiness prior to launch.
Change Alignment & Adoption:
Drive change management and enablement strategies alongside HR partners, ensuring clear employee communications, training alignment, go-live decision criteria, and risk mitigation.
Qualifications
Experience:
7+ years of progressive professional experience in Global Payroll Management, HR Project Management, HRIS Implementation, or large-scale enterprise transformation delivery.
Global Payroll Implementation Mastery:
Proven track record leading at least one full-cycle global payroll implementation or multi-country vendor transition for a mid-to-large enterprise.
Testing & Compliance Expertise:
Deep understanding of global payroll compliance, internal controls, and rigorous testing methodologies (UAT, Parallel Runs).
HRIS Systems Literacy:
Fluent in HRIS data workflows and integrations, with direct experience working alongside Workday or equivalent enterprise HR platforms.
Project Governance & Change Management:
Strong project management background with the ability to build logic-linked schedules, manage RAID items, and analyze change impacts.
Soft Skills:
Exceptional stakeholder management, storytelling, and problem-solving abilities; comfortable navigating ambiguity and leading cross-functional teams without direct line authority.
Education:
Formal degree is not required; equivalent professional experience and demonstrated…
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