Lead Payroll Services Consultant (German Payroll)

Act as the primary SME for German payroll, providing expert guidance across the end-to-end payroll lifecycle. Support onboarding of new German payrolls, including parallel runs, go-lives, and stabilization. Onboarding can be managed either through In-Country-Partner (ICP) model or In-House processed payrolls Provide ongoing expertise for live payroll processing, complex cases, escalations, year-end activities, regulatory changes and audits. Resolve high-risk, escalated payroll issues with accuracy and authority. Interpret and translate legislative updates into practical payroll solutions and controls Ensure payroll processing aligns with German statutory, tax, and social security requirements. ________________________________________ Payroll Engines Implementation and ongoing maintenance Support the setup, implementation, and operational readiness of new German payroll engines Collaborate with internal and external technical teams to resolve payroll system issues. ________________________________________ Required Extensive (5+ years) hands-on experience with German payroll, including end-to-end payroll processing. Proven experience onboarding and running multiple German payrolls. Experience implementing and getting operational German Payroll Engine. Strong knowledge of German payroll legislation, tax, and social security requirements. Fluent in German & Strong English language proficiency (written and verbal). Demonstrated ability to operate independently and act as an SME in a complex operational environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail Experience working in a global or multi-country payroll environment. Ability to communicate confidently with senior stakeholders and external authorities. ________________________________________ ________________________________________ Recognized subject matter expert within the payroll domain. Operates independently with limited supervision. Design, organize, and/or personally deliver German payroll training for payroll professionals. Support the setup and enablement of a Germany-focused payroll processing team based overseas, acting as the primary knowledge anchor. Develop and maintain training materials, documentation, and process guides. Deliver on-site training sessions when required; travel is expected. Advise on payroll process design, risk mitigation, and operational readiness. Partner with Payroll Operations, Customer Success, Implementation, Platform Support, and other stakeholders to ensure high-quality payroll delivery. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on payroll accuracy, efficiency, and scalability. Influence decisions and outcomes through expertise and insight rather than formal authority. ________________________________________ Experience delivering or coordinating payroll training and knowledge transfer.