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Docusign · 12 hours ago

Payroll System Implementation Lead

Docusign is a leader in e-signature and contract lifecycle management, seeking a Payroll System Implementation Lead to oversee a global payroll transformation project. The role involves leading the transition to a unified global payroll system and ensuring compliance with local regulations across multiple countries.

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Responsibilities

Lead the International participation in the global payroll transformation project, transitioning payrolls from multiple vendors to a unified global provider
Drive payroll system implementation, including planning, requirements gathering, testing, data validation, cutover and go-live
Review new global processes, to ensure local requirements are flagged and appropriately considered
Collaborate with HR, Finance, Benefits, Technical and IT teams, and external vendors to ensure seamless payroll integrations and data accuracy
Develop and document payroll processes, policies, and controls to ensure compliance with local regulations and company standards
Enable adoption of new technology, systems and processes through change management, training and stakeholder engagement
Prepare and present regular project updates and payroll reports to senior leadership
Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll data and ensure robust data security practices

Qualification

Payroll system implementationInternational payroll managementProject managementProfessional payroll certificationChange managementLarge corporate payroll systemsAnalytical skillsStakeholder managementAttention to detailInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsSelf-motivatedFlexibilityWork under pressure

Required

Degree in business related discipline
12+ years of payroll experience including at least 6+ in a managerial capacity at a fast-paced, high volume, high growth, multinational company
Experience in leading international payroll in particular Irish, UK and German payroll, France, Netherlands, Italy, Spain, India and Israel experience
Experience leading payroll transformation or system implementation projects, ensuring seamless integration and user adoption
Experience in stock payroll (RSU's, options, ESPP)

Preferred

Professional payroll certification (e.g. IPASS, CPP or similar)
Project management certification (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent)
Experience working with large corporate payroll systems such as UKG, Dayforce, ADP, Workday
Experience managing payroll for globally mobile employees
Experience with change management in a complex, fast paced environment
Experience working as part of a geographically dispersed team
Excellent project management, organizational, and analytical skills
Excellent interpersonal, communication and stakeholder management skills
High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
Focus on continuous improvement and standardisation of payroll operations and systems
Must be self-motivated, flexible and able to work under pressure

Company

Docusign

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DocuSign helps small- and medium-sized businesses collect information, automate data workflows, and sign on various devices.

H1B Sponsorship

Docusign has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2023 (236)
2022 (249)
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2020 (115)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.29B
Key Investors
Bank of AmericaFounders Circle CapitalGreenspring Associates
2025-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $750M
2018-04-27IPO
2016-10-12Secondary Market

Leadership Team

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Allan Thygesen
Chief Executive Officer
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Sagnik Nandy
Chief Technology Officer
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