Senior Payroll Implementation Specialist (d/w/m)

October 19, 2026

Hybrid

Senior

Munich, Berlin, Germany

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Another language required
German · C2 level

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English is required

Description

The company is hiring a (Senior) Payroll Implementation Specialist to run payroll implementation projects end-to-end and ensure on-time, high-quality delivery. The role also supports continuous team development, process optimization and close cross-functional collaboration, owning a positive customer experience throughout the implementation phase. The position is based three days a week at the Munich or Berlin office, with remote employment possible from other locations in Germany.

Gender markers in the title: (d/w/m)

In accordance with European anti-discrimination legislation, this job is open to all candidates

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Responsibilities

Independent management of project schedules and deliverables for payroll implementations
Creation and maintenance of precise project documentation, including blueprinting materials and handover documents
Early identification and escalation of risks or delays, plus close work with team members or the lead to resolve challenges
Supporting smooth handovers to the Payroll Support Team by sharing best practices and proactively addressing challenges
Participating in retrospectives, sharing learnings and actively contributing to continuous optimization of processes and ways of working
Acting as the point of contact for resolving operational challenges in day-to-day implementation projects
Close collaboration with relevant stakeholders to address challenges and ensure cross-functional alignment

Requirements

At least two years of experience in payroll implementation or a comparable customer-facing payroll role, plus experience managing implementation projects E2E independently
Experience in a dynamic project environment and working with various teams and stakeholders
Solid knowledge of payroll implementation processes and workflows
Comfortable hands-on experience with project management tools such as Rocketlane, Jira or Asana
Structured working style and a good sense for potential risks and challenges in implementation projects
Native-level German (or comparable C2 level) plus fluent English for working in an international environment
Strong organizational, time management and communication skills, team-oriented working style, openness to feedback and a proactive solution-oriented approach

Conditions

Three days a week at the contract office location in Munich or Berlin, remaining days flexible from home or the office
Remote employment possible if you live at another location in Germany
20 Flex Days per year to work from a different location
Attractive compensation package with salary, benefits and virtual company shares (Pre-IPO Equity), reviewed annually
28 vacation days plus one additional day after two and four years of tenure
One fully paid Impact Day per year for social or ecological projects
Benefits around family, mental health, childcare and the option of a sabbatical
Team events such as Summer Sessions and year-end celebrations, healthy snacks, drinks and weekly catering lunch
Full-time employment