Payroll Project Lead

Strong payroll technical expertise across UK and/or multi-jurisdictional payroll, with the ability to advise confidently on compliance, process design and vendor capability.

Proven experience leading payroll migrations, global payroll audits or significant payroll transformation programmes.

Excellent client relationship management skills, with the confidence and gravitas to lead senior stakeholder conversations and manage expectations effectively.

Strong project leadership capability — able to hold accountability for overall project health, manage competing priorities and drive delivery across complex, multi-workstream programmes.

Deep understanding of global payroll vendors (such as CloudPay, ADP, Papaya, Deel) and the ability to provide informed, independent advisory to clients on vendor selection and implementation approach.

Desirable

Experience operating within a payroll consultancy, managed services or outsourcing environment.

Hands-on exposure to HRIS and payroll platforms such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle, ADP or similar.

Formal project management training or qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP, Agile) is advantageous but not required.

What We Offer

Flexible, supportive environment with learning and growth opportunities.

A chance to shape the role around your strengths and interests.

Work across global projects with exposure to international payroll and systems.

About Us:

Harbor is the preeminent provider of expert services across strategy, legal technology, operations, and intelligence. Our globally integrated team of 900+ strategists, technologists, and specialists navigate alongside our clients – leading law firms, corporations, and their law departments – to provide essential resources and invaluable insights. Anchored in a rich heritage of deep knowledge, steadfast relationships, and mutual respect, our unwavering dedication lies in shaping the future of the legal industry and fostering enduring partnerships within our community and ecosystem.

Harbor is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, national origin, ancestry, age, parental status, disabled status, veteran status, or any other legally protected classification, in accordance with applicable law.