Interim Payroll/Change & Transformation/HRIS Consultant

Interim Payroll/Change & Transformation/HRIS Consultant - £450 - £600 per day (Inside IR35) - Paddington, London - Hybrid (2 days office 3 home) - 6 months Initially About the Client

Our client is a global organisation within the Tech sector, operating across multiple international markets. They are a fast paced, scale up business with a diverse workforce and a strong emphasis on collaboration. They are dedicated to nurturing a culture of continuous improvement, where learning is a lifelong journey, and challenges are opportunities for growth.

About the Job

This interim opportunity is centred on driving transformation across a complex, multi country payroll function. You will focus on improving processes, enhancing systems, and delivering a more efficient, streamlined payroll operation. Working closely with HR, payroll, and external providers, you will play a pivotal role in modernising the current set up.

Duties will include

• Reviewing/assessing existing global payroll processes to identify inefficiencies and risks
• Leading transformation initiatives to simplify and standardise payroll procedures
• Driving improvements across HRIS, with a focus on optimising SuccessFactors usage or potential to look at a new HRIS
• Reducing reliance on manual processes and spreadsheet heavy workflows
• Streamlining interactions with multiple international payroll providers
• Implementing best practice controls, governance, and documentation
• Supporting automation and system enhancements to improve accuracy and efficiency
• Partnering with key stakeholders across HR and finance to align processes
• Ensuring scalable and sustainable payroll operations to support future growth

About the Successful Applicant

You will be a payroll transformation specialist with strong HRIS expertise. You bring a proven track record of improving global payroll processes within complex organisations, alongside excellent stakeholder engagement skills. A hands on, analytical mindset and the ability to deliver change in fast paced environments are essential.

What You Will Receive in Return

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a high impact transformation programme within a global organisation. You will play a key role in shaping more efficient and scalable payroll operations, while working in a collaborative and supportive environment. Alongside a competitive day rate, you will benefit from flexible hybrid working and exposure to large scale, international change initiatives.