Senior Associate, Payroll Integration

Role Overview

• Collaborate both internally and with our clients to understand and solve problems through the application of a wide range of technology skills
• Support clients in developing and / or implementing effective payroll data strategies
• Configure our automated data integrations solutions
• Work with the team and our clients to define transformation strategies and transform their payroll data management models
• Support delivery of existing EY technology assets to clients under our managed service model
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications to guide solution design and development of technology EY assets, in collaboration with various internal delivery teams and our global alliance partners
• Work with EY teams around the world to support delivery of complex managed services engagements that utilise EY’s technology assets
• General Project management including defining target outcomes and delivery strategy, managing stakeholders and building the case for change
• Coach, support and collaborate with team members, helping build an inclusive culture and high performing team within payroll operate
• Contribute to business development activities and team capability development

Requirements

• At least 2 years’ experience working in a technology / data or business transformation role
• Experience of a similar role within the payroll industry or a comparable firm to EY (e.g. Big 4, global consultancy, financial institution), preferably with experience of managing external client stakeholders
• A willingness to travel within the UK (on some occasions you may be required to travel internationally to support delivery of engagements and projects)
• Strong fundamentals in core data concepts, methods, tools and how they can be applied to transform businesses processes and / or support solution development
• Strong knowledge of software engineering methodologies and concepts like Agile, CI/CD, SDLC, DevOps
• Functional knowledge of databases and programming languages such as SQL, JavaScript, PowerShell, .NET, Python etc.
• Experience in implementing payroll data integrations
• Understanding of business requirements gathering and design, particularly with a technology overlay
• Strong project management skills (planning, documentation, resourcing, budgeting etc) and understanding of good project governance.
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc.)
• Proficient in use of data analytics tools, like Alteryx, and Microsoft Power Platform
• Self-starter, that takes ownership of their work, asks insightful questions and desires to provide excellent client service
• Ability to cope with ambiguity, bring clarity to complex, multi-faceted scenarios and drive forward progress via actionable decisions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Tech Stack

• JavaScript
• Python
• SDLC
• SQL
• .NET

Benefits

• support for flexible working
• career development
• competitive benefits options