Transformation Project Manager, Payroll & Employee Lifecycle

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Sweden, +4 more countries.

📋 Description

• Lead comprehensive payroll and employee lifecycle transformation and implementation initiatives across various countries.

• Conduct local country discovery activities and establish future-state solutions.

• Oversee project plans, timelines, risks, dependencies, and communication with stakeholders.

• Coordinate with HR, Payroll, Finance, IT, and external vendors for effective implementation and integration.

• Facilitate workshops, collect business requirements, and assist in solution design.

• Supervise testing, payroll validations, and readiness for go-live.

• Aid in change management, training, and transition to operational support.

• Ensure adherence to local laws, payroll regulations, and company policies.

• Provide updates and recommendations on the project to senior leadership and program stakeholders.

• Collaborate with the Global Payroll Transformation Lead, along with local and global stakeholders.

⛳️ Requirements

• Proficiency in English and Swedish.

• Extensive experience in project management within payroll, HR transformation, or shared services settings.

• Demonstrated experience in leading payroll implementation projects in complex, multinational organizations.

• Strong familiarity with Workday, particularly related to payroll processes and integrations.

• Comprehensive understanding of payroll operations, compliance, and employee lifecycle procedures.

• Experience collaborating with global and cross-functional teams in a matrixed organization.

• Exceptional stakeholder management, communication, and change management abilities.

• Willingness to travel occasionally for essential workshops and project milestones.

• Background in supporting organizations that operate across Nordic countries.

• Experience with Strada, divestments, or carve-out projects is a plus.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunity to play a role in ABB Robotics' transformation into an independent company.

• Work in an international environment alongside leading industry experts.

• Chance to influence the future of robotics and automation.

• Access to benefits, rewards, and development programs.

• A safe, fair, equitable, and inclusive workplace.

• Career development opportunities and the empowerment to shape your own career path.

• Occasional travel for essential workshops and project milestones.