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· Understand an map current processes and document how they will be impacted / changed as a result of the new system.
· The ability to hit the ground running and really quickly understand our current ways of working
Job Description
Payroll Project Lead
Application Deadline: 30 June 2026
Department: Finance
Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time
Location: London
Description
Overview We are looking for someone who can act as payroll subject matter expert for the payroll department through a programme of work implementing a new HRIS and Payroll solution in New Zealand.
Key Responsibilities
· Understand an map current processes and document how they will be impacted / changed as a result of the new system.
· Attend and participate in design and discovery workshops.
· Communicate payroll requirements alongside policies and needs.
· Attend project meetings with both MW and the solution implementation (SI) teams and document any people related actions.
· Work with the vendor to align MW requirements to the out-of-the-box functionality, ensuring we adhere to 80% global, 20% local configuration where possible.
· Being a point of contact for both Vendor and SI to people related queries; collating queries, preparing responses following conversations with key stakeholders and seeking appropriate sign-off for changes.
· Defining local payroll requirements by country.
· Escalate any issues which may delay or impact the ability to deliver the project scope on time and on budget to MW Project Manager.
· Support the delivery of testing and training to the payroll department.
· Understand people reporting requirements and identify which of these needs come as standard within the solution and which of these need custom reports to be created.
· Preparation of go-live materials, including SOP’s and system maps.
· Act as a Change Champion of the new system and proactively seek to become an expert and share system knowledge with the wider payroll department.
· Any other ad hoc duties to support the successful delivery of the project.
We would like to meet someone who is
· The ability to hit the ground running and really quickly understand our current ways of working
· International / retail experience
· Project experience
· Experience using the likes of DayForce, Workday, SAP.
· Can start within 4 weeks.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Hybrid working, 3 days in London based office & 2 working from home
- Holiday allowance
- 50% staff discount & 25% for family and friends
- Pension scheme