Role: Payroll Operations Transition Lead
Location: Milton Keynes (Hybrid)
Salary: £59,000 - £67,000
Contract: 18 Month Fixed-Term
Network IT are working with a leading organisation to recruit a
Payroll Operations Transition Lead
to play a pivotal role in a major People and Payroll transformation programme.
This is a unique opportunity to sit at the centre of a large-scale ERP and payroll migration, helping to transition payroll services from a legacy SAP platform to SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP) while driving operational readiness, business adoption, and process alignment across the organisation.
This opportunity is an 18-month fixed-term arrangement, please ensure you can accommodate to this circumstance before applying.
Role Overview
As the
Payroll Operations Transition Lead , you will act as the key operational representative for Payroll and People Services throughout a critical payroll and HR systems transformation.
Working across People Services, Payroll, Finance, Digital Services, and third-party implementation partners, you will ensure the successful migration of payroll services from SAP ECC to SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP), whilst aligning operational processes, governance, and service delivery models to support the future-state organisation.
This role requires a highly experienced individual with a strong background in
Payroll Operations, People Services, HR Technology, and Transformation Delivery . You will be equally comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders, operational teams, and programme leadership, ensuring business readiness, compliance, and sustainable change throughout the programme lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the operational transition activities associated with a major Payroll and HR transformation programme
Represent Payroll Operations throughout the migration from SAP ECC to SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP)
Align payroll processes, controls, governance, and service delivery with future-state technology solutions
Collaborate closely with programme teams, Finance, Digital Services, Payroll, and third-party implementation partners
Drive business readiness, operational transition, and adoption activities across payroll functions
Provide subject matter expertise across Payroll Operations, People Services, and HR processes
Ensure compliance, statutory controls, and operational governance are maintained throughout the migration
Assess and manage operational impacts arising from process and system change
Build strong relationships with stakeholders across Payroll, Finance, Digital, and People Services functions
Support the successful embedding of new operating procedures and long-term service improvements
Essential Skills & Experience
Proven experience operating within
Payroll Operations, HR Operations, People Technology, or HR Transformation environments
Strong understanding of Payroll, Employment, Pension, and statutory compliance requirements
Experience delivering or supporting major Payroll, HR, or People system transformation programmes
Exposure to SAP, SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP), or comparable HR technology platforms
Experience working alongside third-party implementation partners and technology providers
Strong understanding of process migration, business change, data governance, and operational controls
Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels
Experience working across Payroll, Finance, People Services, and wider business functions
Strong organisational, delivery, and relationship-building capabilities
Experience operating successfully within large, complex organisations undergoing significant change
Highly Desirable Skills & Experience
SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP) experience
SAP Payroll or SAP ECC exposure
Experience supporting international or Republic of Ireland payrolls
Background within Higher Education or similarly complex organisational environments
Experience leading operational readiness, service transition, or business adoption activities
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Payroll Operations Transition Lead in Northampton employer: Network IT
Network IT is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Milton Keynes where you can lead a skilled team in delivering cutting-edge security solutions for high-stakes government projects. With a strong emphasis on employee growth and development, we provide opportunities for professional advancement while fostering a collaborative culture that values innovation and teamwork. Join us to make a meaningful impact in secure environments, with the added benefit of potential international travel.
