Implementation Consultant

Job Title: Payroll Implementation Partner
Location: Coleshill (Hybrid Working)
Salary: Up to 43,000
Contract: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Payroll Implementation Partner to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term basis. This role will play a key part in supporting payroll system implementations, ensuring smooth transitions, accurate data migration, and effective stakeholder engagement throughout the process.

Key Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end payroll implementation projects, from planning through to go-live
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and document payroll requirements
• Assist with data migration, validation, and reconciliation to ensure accuracy
• Identify and resolve discrepancies or issues during implementation phases
• Work closely with system providers and internal IT teams to support configuration and testing
• Deliver user acceptance testing (UAT) and support training for end users
• Maintain clear and accurate project documentation and reporting
• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation and internal policies throughout implementation
• Provide post-implementation support and continuous improvement recommendations

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience supporting payroll implementations (essential)
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including data manipulation and analysis (essential)
• Understanding of UK payroll processes and legislation
• Experience working with payroll systems; exposure to Paycircle is desirable
• CIPP qualification (or working towards) is desirable
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• A collaborative and adaptable approach to work

Interested? Contact Liam today!

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