Payroll Specialist - Norwegian-speaking

SD Worx is a leading European provider of Payroll & HR services with global reach. We have offices in Europe and Mauritius. Our goal? We bring people solutions to life and turn HR into a value source for our clients and their people.

Payroll is never “just payroll” - especially when it runs across borders, systems and countries.

At SD Worx, we’re expanding our SAP Managed Payroll Services team and looking for Experienced Payroll Specialists who want to make an impact and grow in an international, professional and people‑focused environment.

About the role:

Which tasks can you expect?

• Orchestrate end-to-end payroll delivery for Norwegian customers

• Manage process deviations, assess impact, and recommend solutions

• Own change requests end-to-end (requirements, pricing, implementation, documentation, training)

• Ensure alignment and adherence to global and local process standards, considering client needs

• Maintain and update process documentation (SOPs, DWIs, guidelines)

• Collaborate with clients and country teams to ensure smooth operations and alignment

• Support the design and enhancement of standardized yet locally adaptable processes

• Handle complex payroll cases and act as first escalation point

• Ensure accurate, timely payroll delivery in line with SLAs

• Support system updates, testing, and implementations (incl. UAT and parallel runs)

• Maintain regular client communication to ensure efficient payroll processing

• Guide Payroll Administrators and ensure compliance with regulations

• Liaise with external stakeholders (e.g., tax authorities, benefits providers)

• Manage year-end processing and statutory reporting

What do you have to offer?

• Fluent in Norwegian and English languages.

• 3–5 years of experience in Payroll outsourcing / BPO environments

• Strong knowledge of SAP Payroll / Employee Central Payroll

• Experience working with international clients and complex payroll operations

• A problem-solver mindset with a passion for process improvement and excellence

• Ability to thrive under pressure while maintaining top-quality delivery

• Good communication skills (both verbal and written)

• Experience with SAP SuccessFactors, SAP Payroll, Concur, Workforce Management and integration tooling is a plus.

• Certifications such as CPP, CPS or CPM is a plus.

What do we have to offer?

• A dynamic environment: flexible working hours and working from home

• Workation: possibility to work from any SD Worx EU location (4 weeks per year)

• Free language courses (during your working hours)

• Referral program

• Learning opportunities: through an individual development plan and professional training

• Career growth: whether you want to become more of an expert in your field or expand your knowledge horizontally, there’s always room to grow within SD Worx!

As this is an international role open in multiple countries, the full benefits package depends on the specific location. Feel free to ask our Recruiters for more details!

From many places, we work as one, moving from better to best together.

SD Worx embraces diversity in the workplace. Diversity brings inspiration and innovation to our company. We particularly welcome applications from qualified talent, regardless of origin, nationality, gender, skin color, ethnic and social background, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or stage of life.