Assistant Manager - HR Technology and Payroll Transformation

Assistant Manager (HRT + Payroll) - UK and Switzerland

Job Summary: 

Detail-oriented and proactive Assistant Manager with hands-on experience in UK and Switzerland payroll consulting, HR technology integration, and global service delivery models. Skilled in supporting the design and roll-out of GBS/GCC operating models and driving process improvements. Adept at collaborating across functions to ensure smooth business integration and successful HR Tech implementations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supports UK and Switzerland payroll consulting engagements by advising on compliance frameworks, accuracy standards, and strategic execution timelines
• Assists in developing and refining operating models for Global Business Services (GBS) and Global Capability Centers (GCC)
• Contributes to the design and documentation of HR process workflows aligned with technology implementations
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to facilitate business integration and adoption of new HR systems
• Participates in project planning, stakeholder coordination, and issue resolution during HR Tech roll-outs
• Demonstrates proficiency in HR organization design analysis and process designing using ARIS / Visio
• Exhibits understanding of various survey tools including Qualtrics
• Prepares proposals by determining concept, gathering and formatting information, writing drafts, and obtaining approvals
• Determines proposal concept by identifying and clarifying opportunities and needs, studying requests for proposal (RFPs), and attending strategy meetings
• Takes complete ownership for standalone deliverables, managing the relationship with the client that significantly contributes to the overall success of the project
• Supports capability building and demand generation and identifies areas where KPMG Global Services (KGS) can provide support to other member firms
• Participate in Payroll Transformation projects involving optimization, strategy, organizational design, sourcing, selection, and implementation support
• Work with client stakeholders to document baseline current state Payroll Service Delivery operations.
• Execute the day-to-day activities of Payroll advisory engagements, including process design, implementation lifecycle support, and project reviews
• Review business processes, systems, and outsourcing arrangements, and advise clients throughout the Payroll Transformation lifecycle

Qualification:

• Strong skills in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Aris, Qualtrics, OrgVue and Survey
• Proficiency in excel with the ability to create macros using VBA
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to quickly establish a rapport with colleagues and clients
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize work in order to meet strict deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal skills

 

Education / Years of Work Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university or an MBA from an accredited college/university
• 8-10 years of experience working in the field of HR and Payroll Transformation

Experience Level

Mid Level