Lead Technical Architect – Payroll Systems:
For one of our globally leading tech clients we are urgently looking for an experienced Lead Technical Architect – Payroll Systems for a long contract based in London, UK
Its paying well and my client can interview asap!
Leadership and Coordination:
* Lead and coordinate technical activities across assigned countries, serving as the primary tech point of contact between HR/Payroll, vendors, and the Tech team.
* Drive collaboration between global and local IT teams, ensuring alignment with program objectives.
Technical Analysis and Integration:
* Conduct comprehensive AS IS landscape analyses in partnership with Local IT and HR counterparts to identify opportunities for optimization.
* Design and manage seamless integrations between current and future payroll systems, ensuring compatibility and performance.
Data Migration and Management:
* Oversee data migration activities, including migration planning, data mapping, format specifications, and system decommissioning.
* Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and security of payroll data throughout the transformation process.
Testing and Quality Assurance:
* Collaborate with test managers to define and execute robust testing strategies, ensuring the reliability and functionality of all payroll system components.
* Address and resolve issues identified during testing, maintaining a focus on delivering high-quality solutions.
Compliance and Standards:
* Champion adherence to company policies, ITMS (Tech documentation framework standards), and payroll transformation guidelines.
* Maintain comprehensive documentation and ensure compliance with organizational and industry standards.
Stakeholder and Vendor Management:
* Build strong relationships with current and future vendors to define and refine technical requirements.
* Act as a trusted advisor to Business Leads, ensuring technical changes align with broader payroll process transformations.
Problem-Solving and Change Management:
* Identify and proactively escalate technical deviations, proposing innovative solutions to keep the project on track.
* Manage technology-related change requests, ensuring seamless implementation and knowledge transfer.
Educational Background:
* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
* Technical Expertise:
* Proven experience leading technical aspects of large-scale payroll transformation programs, including system integrations, data migrations, and end-to-end testing.
* Strong proficiency in AS IS landscape creation, system design, and process optimization.
* Leadership and Collaboration:
* Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and foster collaboration among diverse stakeholders.
* Excellent communication skills to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
* Vendor and Stakeholder Management:
* Experience working closely with external vendors, managing relationships, and aligning technical requirements with organizational goals.
* Project and Change Management:
* Familiarity with project management methodologies; certification (e.g., PMP, Agile) is a strong asset.
* Proven ability to manage change requests and document knowledge effectively.
* Adaptability and Problem-Solving:
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, adapting to evolving priorities with resilience and innovation.
* Languages:
* Fluent English communication skills, both verbal and written, enabling effective collaboration across regions and functions.
If this is you, then please do not delay in applying!