Payroll Implementation Manager | Italy

Overview

In this role you drive the end-to-end implementation and data migration of Deel's global payroll for clients. You will lead onboarding, define payroll processes, configure systems, and ensure a smooth go-live with strong client interaction. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, manage scope, and deliver on time and budget. This is a hands-on, client-facing position that shapes how customers scale payroll across multiple countries.

Retribuzione / Benefits

• stock grant opportunities
• remote work flexibility
• WeWork access (optional)
• total rewards and inclusive benefits
• competitive pay
• disability accommodations on request

Responsabilità

• Set up projects with onboarding teams and clients, creating and maintaining project plans for successful rollouts
• Manage client and internal project reviews, adjust scope and delivery timelines as needed
• Define payroll processes and data requirements, manage client payroll calendars
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation including plans and status reports
• Configure interfaces, reports, and system settings for parallel and live payroll in initial months
• Lead go-live, sign-off, and client-specific process validation with documentation and reporting
• Communicate as primary payroll project contact; escalate issues to senior leadership as appropriate
• Oversee end-to-end implementation of global payroll system, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery
• Gather client requirements with HR and Finance, guiding them through technically complex onboarding
• Ensure compliance with local tax and labor laws, including data migration and security
• Develop and execute testing plans to ensure smooth system transition
• Implement change management to support employees and HR teams

Requisiti fondamentali

• 5+ years in global payroll implementation and operations
• Strong knowledge of payroll processes and compliance for designated location
• Experience with payroll systems and software
• Client-facing project management experience and ability to manage multiple projects
• Project management certification (e.g., PMP) is a plus
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (Master's preferred)
• communication
• collaboration
• problem-solving
• payroll systems and software
• data migration
• requirements gathering