Hutcheon Mearns have been engaged to source a Project Payroll Manager on a full time, staff basis. Our client is a successful drilling company who operate across the globe. This role is based in Portlethen with hybrid working, lots of flexibility and an early finish on a Friday. This presents an excellent opportunity for candidates looking for career progression and development.
The Payroll Project Manager is responsible for leading the delivery, governance and optimisation of HR & Payroll systems projects, ensuring alignment with SAP standards, Shared Services strategy and organisational objectives. The role oversees end‑to‑end project execution, business analysis, system enhancements and continuous improvement across HR & Payroll processes.
The Opportunity
* Manage delivery of HR, Time, Payroll and SAP HR/PY projects from requirements to rollout
* Lead requirements‑gathering workshops, documentation and business analysis activities
* Develop project plans, business cases, RAIDD logs, change and communication plans
* Oversee testing, validation, cutover and deployment for HR & Payroll systems
* Ensure compliance with SAP standard processes and identify optimisation opportunities
* Work closely with SAP functional consultants, HR, IT and Shared Services teams
* Provide specialist knowledge in SAP HR, Payroll, SuccessFactors and integration points
* Supervise SAP HR/PY resources and support capability development
* Report progress and risks through project governance structures
* Support and guide all countries with country legislation, company policy and assist with day-to-day payroll operations
Background and Experience
* SAP ECC HCM Certification (required)
* Excellent knowledge of SAP HR, Payroll, integration and interfaces
* Experience delivering global or multi‑function HR & Payroll projects
* Experience managing risk, change and system deployment
* Previous experience in SAP HR consulting or HR/Payroll systems delivery
* Strong project management capability (PMP/PRINCE2 desirable)
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Strong analytical, documentation and requirements‑gathering skills
* Ability to prioritise multiple projects and deadlines
Flexibility and Benefits
* Flexible working
* Hybrid working
* 4.5 day working week (1pm Finish on Friday)
* Highly competitive salary
* Career progression and development
* Excellent working environment
Next Steps
If you are interested in taking the next step in your career or feel a change of environment or sector is your next path, this could be the ideal job opportunity for you! To apply please send a full CV. For a confidential discussion or more information, please reach out to Morgan McPherson at Hutcheon Mearns on morgan.mcpherson@hutcheonmearns.co.uk. Only candidates eligible to work in the UK will be considered for this role as no sponsorship is available.