Lead transformative global payroll initiatives as a Senior Manager at EY. This pivotal role involves guiding complex, large-scale implementations and modernizing payroll operations for multinational organizations. You will serve as a strategic advisor, leveraging deep expertise in multi-country payroll, technology, and program management to reshape fragmented payroll environments into standardized, scalable, and effectively governed global models.

Your impact will extend beyond successful program delivery to shaping innovative solutions, supporting business development, and fostering strong client relationships. This is an opportunity to drive significant change and contribute to the growth of EY's Global Payroll business while building an exceptional career.

Provide strategic and senior leadership for global payroll implementation and transformation programs, from initial strategy definition to operational transition. Oversee the entire implementation lifecycle, driving global standardization while respecting local requirements. Shape technology strategies for payroll integrations, data migration, and automation, working with leading HRIS/HCM platforms like Workday and SAP SuccessFactors. Act as a trusted advisor to senior clients, managing executive governance and steering committee discussions. Lead pre-sales efforts, including RFP responses and solution workshops, translating client challenges into robust implementation plans. Ensure commercial success and effective risk management for complex programs. Develop and lead a high-performing global team, fostering talent and improving implementation methodologies.

We are seeking an accomplished professional with 18+ years of experience in global payroll, consulting, or technology-enabled services, including substantial senior leadership. Proven expertise in managing large-scale, multi-country payroll implementations and transformations is essential, covering operating models, processes, technology, and organizational change. Executive-level client relationship management and strong pre-sales/solutioning capabilities are required. A solid understanding of HR/HCM and payroll technologies, integrations, and enterprise systems is necessary. Experience in a Big 4, leading consulting firm, or global payroll provider is highly advantageous. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant discipline is required; an MBA or PMP/PRINCE2 certification is desirable.