Project Manager - Payroll Systems Implementation

Payroll Systems Implementation Project Manager

SuccessFactors

£100K FTC

North West England-Hybrid

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with strong expertise in Payroll Implementation.

This is an exciting opportunity for a driven professional who can manage complex projects, engage senior stakeholders, and ensure successful delivery across HR, Payroll, and IT functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of Payroll implementation and enhancement projects
• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, risks, and governance
• Work closely with HR, Payroll, Finance, and technical teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery
• Coordinate system configuration, testing, data migration, and deployment activities
• Ensure payroll-related processes and dependencies are fully considered throughout project delivery
• Drive stakeholder engagement, communication, and change management activities
• Manage third-party vendors and implementation partners where required
• Produce and maintain project documentation, status reports, and RAID logs

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience managing Payroll Implementation projects
• Strong understanding of payroll processes and payroll integration requirements
• Experience delivering HRIS or HR transformation programmes
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Strong organisational and project governance capabilities
• Experience working within complex, cross-functional environments
• Familiarity with Agile and/or Waterfall delivery methodologies
• Relevant project management certification (PRINCE2, PMP, AgilePM or equivalent) desirable