DFS Payroll Project Manager

Paris • France

Friday, August 1, 2025

DFS, a prominent entity within the Selective Distribution business group, is renowned for its commitment to excellence and innovation in the luxury retail sector. As part of a larger conglomerate, DFS benefits from the extensive resources and global reach of its parent company, providing employees with unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development.

1. Lead and oversee the implementation of a new HR/Payroll system.
2. Act as the primary liaison between HR teams, IT department, software vendors, and key users.
3. Define and monitor project timelines and deliverables.
4. Facilitate project meetings, produce minutes, and track action plans.
5. Configure the new payroll software in accordance with legal, contractual, and company-specific requirements.
6. Ensure system compliance with current legislation and internal policies.
7. Analyze discrepancies between the new system and existing processes.
8. Draft functional specifications for payroll, reporting, and data exchange.
9. Support the migration and verification of historical payroll data.
10. Develop and execute test plans, including functional and user acceptance testing.
11. Coordinate and conduct test campaigns, addressing any issues with vendors.
12. Document test outcomes and maintain test traceability.
13. Assist in executing parallel payroll runs.
14. Contribute to the creation of training materials and conduct training sessions.
15. Support users in adopting the new system.
16. Drive change management and continuous improvement of HR processes.

1. Advanced degree in Human Resources, Payroll, or a related field.
2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in payroll project management, preferably in software transition or company merger contexts.
3. In-depth knowledge of social legislation and payroll regulations.
4. Proven experience in testing phases, ideally during system transitions.
5. Familiarity with one or more HRIS/Payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Horoquartz E-Temptation).
6. Proficiency in project management techniques (planning, reporting, coordination).
7. Strong understanding of IT and HR challenges.
8. Excellent writing skills, analytical thinking, attention to detail, and teaching ability.

1. Project management
2. Payroll system configuration
3. Stakeholder coordination
4. Data analysis
5. Test plan development
6. Change management
7. Training facilitation
8. Compliance assurance

A minimum of 5 years in payroll project management, with a focus on system implementation or organizational integration.

Advanced degree in Human Resources, Payroll, or a related field.

Employees enjoy a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development within a leading luxury retail company.

DFS fosters a culture of innovation and excellence, encouraging employees to contribute to the company's success through collaboration and continuous improvement. The workplace is characterized by a commitment to high standards and a supportive environment for professional development.