Assistant Manager, HR Governance at Diageo

We are seeking a Global Payroll Process Governance Lead to join our dynamic team. This role will serve as the guardian of payroll processes across our organization, ensuring robust controls are in place to govern HR systems. As a key member of strategic business change projects and improvement initiatives, you will investigate complex business process issues and develop effective solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Payroll Process Governance:

• Serve as a subject matter expert in payroll processes, designing and maintaining policies and standards.
• Define KPIs and targets to measure performance and provide insights on outcomes.
• Drive the implementation of simplification and global standards across all markets.
• Maintain global governance tools, process maps, and documentation.
• Stay updated on best-in-class payroll processes and apply insights for continuous improvement.

HR Process Expertise:

• Act as a process expert for the HR Process Governance Team and wider HR function.
• Ensure effective use of HR systems and define controls regarding change agendas.
• Collaborate with teams to eliminate audit findings and mitigate risks.

Process Governance & Improvement:

• Design and deliver solutions aligned with our HR strategy, building controls and KPIs for effective governance.
• Facilitate process standardization and manage global changes.

HCM System Expertise:

• Develop an understanding of HCM systems that support HR processes.
• Provide specialist support and collaborate with HRIS upgrade teams.

Stakeholder & Project Management:

• Highlight process performance issues to leadership for resolution.
• Work with project teams and senior stakeholders to align business requirements with system functions.

Candidate Requirements:

Experience:

• 8-10 years in HR processes with strong knowledge of payroll policies and systems.
• Proven experience in payroll process management in a multi-country/multi-vendor environment.

Skills:

• Proficient in process mapping and documentation; familiarity with Visio or Aris is advantageous.
• Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent project and change management capabilities.

Personal Attributes:

• Collaborative team player with a strong focus on detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• High self-motivation with the ability to work autonomously.

Technical Knowledge:

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with process automation and digital technologies.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in any field; 8-10 years of relevant experience.