Payroll Governance and Transformation Lead

• Lead a high-impact Payroll Governance & Transformation function, driving strategy, governance frameworks, and continuous improvement across payroll operations.
• Oversee a Payroll Transformation Programme, guiding initiatives from ideation to implementation through structured stage-gate governance.
• Champion automation, analytics, and digital innovation to enhance payroll accuracy, compliance, and employee experience.


Client Details


Our client is a large and complex organisation undergoing a significant payroll transformation.


Description


This newly created leadership role is responsible for establishing and leading the Payroll Governance & Transformation function. The role provides strategic oversight of payroll governance frameworks while driving the execution of a multi-stream transformation programme.


Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the SAP Payroll Transformation Programme, ensuring initiatives progress through structured stage-gated delivery from concept to implementation.
• Establishing and maintaining robust payroll governance frameworks including risk and control structures, documentation standards, and knowledge management.
• Driving the adoption of analytics, automation, and digital solutions to improve payroll governance and operational performance.
• Overseeing programme reporting, tracking progress across workstreams, and ensuring benefits realisation aligned to key payroll KPIs and employee experience outcomes.
• Partnering with stakeholders across payroll operations, people & culture, finance, and technology to support strategic initiatives and governance improvements.
• Coaching and supporting initiative owners and cross-functional teams to successfully deliver transformation outcomes.

Profile


The ideal candidate will be a transformation leader with deep experience in payroll, governance, or complex operational environments.


Key requirements include:

• Extensive experience leading large-scale SAP Payroll transformation programmes or strategic projects in complex corporate environments.
• Strong understanding of governance frameworks, risk management, and operational controls.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and communicate effectively with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Advanced programme and change management capability across multi-stream initiatives.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to leverage data to drive improvements and compliance outcomes.
• Knowledge of Australian payroll legislation including payroll tax, superannuation, leave entitlements, and enterprise agreements is highly regarded.
• Experience working with technology, systems, or digital transformation initiatives is advantageous.

Job Offer

• Opportunity to lead a high-profile payroll transformation programme.
• Newly created leadership role with significant strategic influence and visibility.
• Collaborative environment focused on innovation, governance excellence, and capability uplift.
• Competitive remuneration package and opportunities for professional growth.

Contact details

For a confidential discussion or to apply for this opportunity, please contact Corin 0457676048