Transformation Project Manager, Payroll & Employee Lifecycle at ABB Robotics (Temporary role, 1 year)

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world. This role sits within ABB's Robotics business, a leading global robotics company. We're entering an exciting new chapter as we’ve announced the plan for SoftBank Group to acquire ABB Robotics.

SoftBank is a globally recognized technology group and investor/operator focused on AI, robotics, and next-generation computing. By joining us now, you’ll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of robotics—working alongside world-class experts in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment. This Position reports to: Global Payroll Transformation and M&A Lead   Your role and responsibilities   As ABB Robotics prepares for an exciting new chapter as a standalone global leader in automation, we are undertaking a major transformation of our   people   processes and systems.

To support this journey, we are looking for an experienced   Transformation Project Manager   to lead payroll and employee lifecycle transformation initiatives across multiple countries. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future payroll landscape of a global organization during a period of   significant change   and growth. You will work in an international environment, collaborating with HR, Payroll, IT, Finance, external partners, and senior stakeholders worldwide.

As Transformation Project Manager, you will lead end-to-end payroll transformation and implementation projects, ensuring successful delivery from discovery and design through deployment and stabilization. You will serve as a key partner to the Global Payroll Transformation Lead and work closely with both local and global stakeholders to   establish   future-ready payroll and employee lifecycle processes.

The position is a   temporary assignment ending October 31, 2027 . Location:   Flexible   within Europe, with a preference for candidates   located   in Poland, Spain, or the Nordic countries. Your   responsibilities   will   include :   Leading payroll and employee lifecycle transformation projects across multiple countries. Driving local country discovery activities to understand current processes and define future-state solutions.

Managing project plans, timelines, risks, dependencies, and stakeholder communications. Coordinating with HR, Payroll, Finance, IT, and external vendors to ensure successful implementation and integration. Facilitating workshops, gathering business requirements, and supporting solution design. Overseeing testing activities, payroll validations, and go-live readiness. Supporting change management, training, and transition into operational support.

Ensuring compliance with local legislation, payroll regulations, and company policies. Providing regular project updates and recommendations to senior leadership and program stakeholders. Qualifications for the role   We are looking for a proactive project leader who thrives in transformation environments and enjoys working across cultures, functions, and geographies. You are likely to have:   Fluency in English and   Swedish .

Experience with Strada, divestments, or carve-out projects is considered an advantage. Experience supporting organizations   operating   across   Nordic   countries . Excellent stakeholder management, communication,   and change   management skills. Extensive project management experience within   payroll, HR transformation, or shared services   environments. Proven experience leading payroll implementation projects in complex, multinational organizations.

Strong experience   with Workday,   including payroll-related processes and integrations. Solid understanding of payroll operations, compliance, and employee lif