Payroll Implementation Manager | UKI

Who we are is what we do.

Deel is the all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams. Our vision is to unlock global opportunity for every person, team, and business. Built for the way the world works today, Deel combines HRIS, payroll, compliance, benefits, performance, and equipment management into one seamless platform. With AI-powered tools and a fully owned payroll infrastructure, Deel supports every worker type in 150+ countries—helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly.

Among the largest globally distributed companies in the world, our team of 7,000 spans more than 100 countries, speaks 74 languages, and brings a connected and dynamic culture that drives continuous learning and innovation for our customers.

Why should you be part of our success story?

As the fastest-growing Software as a Service (SaaS) company in history, Deel is transforming how global talent connects with world-class companies – breaking down borders that have traditionally limited both hiring and career opportunities. We're not just building software; we're creating the infrastructure for the future of work, enabling a more diverse and inclusive global economy. In 2024 alone, we paid $11.2 billion to workers in nearly 100 currencies and provided healthcare and benefits to workers in 109 countries—ensuring people get paid and protected, no matter where they are.

Our momentum is reflected in our achievements and customer satisfaction: CNBC Disruptor 50,  Forbes Cloud 100, Deloitte Fast 500, and repeated recognition on Y Combinator’s top companies list – all while maintaining a 4.83 average rating from 15,000 reviews across G2, Trustpilot, Captera, Apple and Google.

Your experience at Deel will be a career accelerator. At the forefront of the global work revolution, you'll tackle complex challenges that impact millions of people's working lives. With our momentum—backed by a $17.3 billion valuation and $1 B in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) in just over five years—you'll drive meaningful impact while building expertise that makes you a sought-after leader in the transformation of global work.

Summary

We are looking for a Payroll Implementation Consultant to lead the successful implementation of clients on our Deel Local Payroll system. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of payroll processes, compliance, and be able to guide Deel Local Payroll’s most important clients through the critical payroll onboarding process. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that our payroll processes are efficient, compliant, and aligned with our business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Regional Discovery & Needs Analysis: Engage clients to understand their current payroll systems, business structures, and compliance requirements in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Identify gaps and opportunities to optimize payroll delivery using Deel Local Payroll.

• Thorough Documentation: Create comprehensive documentation for requirements, configurations, and project changes. Maintain an up-to-date repository to support knowledge transfer.

• Configure Deel Local Payroll: Translate client requirements into software configurations, customizing settings for country-specific regulations, tax laws, and benefits. Configure pay rules, earning/deduction codes, employee groups, and security roles.

• Seamless Data Migration: Design and execute data migration strategies, cleansing and validating data for compatibility. Collaborate with client IT teams for extraction, mapping, and test migrations, overseeing the entire process.

• Parallel Runs: Lead side-by-side payroll comparisons between the client’s legacy system and Deel Local Payroll to validate accuracy. Investigate discrepancies, align input data, and ensure outputs match expected results.

• First Live Run Support: Guide the client through their first payroll run, resolving issues in real time and ensuring compliance.

• Manage your client portfolio to ensure timely, high-quality payroll implementations, while consistently meeting your monthly billable hours goal.

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