The RoleThe SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP) Lead is responsible for leading the design, implementation, integration, and ongoing support of SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll solutions. This role acts as the functional and solution lead, ensuring payroll processes are compliant, efficient, and fully integrated with Employee Central and other SAP/third-party systems.

Your responsibilities:Payroll Solution LeadershipLead end-to-end implementation and support of SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central PayrollAct as the subject matter expert (SME) for payroll processes and system capabilitiesDrive payroll design aligned with business, statutory, and compliance requirementsConfiguration & Implementation

Configure ECP components including:Payroll schemas, rules, and wage typesTime valuation and payroll control recordsOff-cycle payrolls, retroactivity, and correctionsSupport data migration from Legacy payroll systems to ECPOversee payroll testing cycles (unit, integration, UAT, and parallel payroll runs)Integration & Data Flow

Lead integrations between:Employee Central (EC) and Employee Central PayrollSAP S/4HANA or ECCTime Management, Benefits, Finance, and third-party payroll providersEnsure accurate data replication using SAP Integration Suite/MiddlewareCompliance & GovernanceEnsure payroll compliance with local statutory, tax, and labor regulationsManage audit requirements, controls, and payroll reconciliationsSupport year-end payroll activities and statutory reportingStakeholder ManagementAct as the primary payroll contact for HR, Finance, IT, and external vendorsTranslate business requirements into functional payroll solutionsLead client workshops, design discussions, and knowledge transfer sessionsTeam Leadership & DeliveryLead and mentor payroll consultants and analystsReview functional specifications, configuration, and deliverablesSupport project planning, estimations, and risk management

Your ProfileEssential skills/knowledge/experience 8 years of SAP HCM Payroll ExperienceMin 2 implementation experience.Hands on experience in configuration of Employee Central payroll for UKExpert for End-to-End Payroll processSAP SuccessFactors Certified in: Employee Central Payroll (ECP)Highly Experienced in SuccessFactors ECP SupportService Delivery Manager expertiseHas support experience on different Payroll Change Requests/issuesMapped G/L accounts to wage types to make sure it gets posted to FIPrepared system change documents to accommodate the new changesConfigured limits for complex deductions such as 401k, Flu shots etcModified processing classes according to client requirements for wage typesConfigured Tax models and extensively worked on tax issuesWorked on Garnishment issuesSAP payroll schema, wage types, garnishmentYear - end reporting and tax reconciliation, tax reports such as W-2Configured Fringe rates payroll parameters in configurationExtensively used PCC (Payroll Control Center) and Point to Point integration application tools to replicate the EC data and to run the payroll through SAP SuccessfactorsInvolved in implementing regulatory updates from vendors such as ADP, Alight and Tax UpdatesParticipated in UAT activities to make the users understand the issues on EC PayrollInvolved in QA testing to test the functional scenariosInvolved in creation and review of technical specification

Desirable skills/knowledge/experienceGood to know Time offFamiliarity with integrations using tools like SAP CPI, Data Services, or OData APIsThe role requires expertise in the software, coordination with HR and IT, and the ability to manage and report on compensation data for managers and leadership.Best Practices and Updates: Stay current with SAP SuccessFactors updates and best practices to provide expert guidanceLA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance.A multiple award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over consecutive years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.