We're hiring an experienced Payroll RFP Consultant!

About the Assignment
Our client is initiating a comprehensive RFP process to either select a new payroll provider or renegotiate the current agreement. We are seeking a senior consultant who can lead, structure, and quality-assure the entire process. You will work closely with HR, IT, Finance and Procurement in a complex and highly professional business environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and ensure a structured, transparent and well-documented RFP process.
• Gather, analyse and consolidate functional and technical requirements from internal payroll stakeholders.
• Review existing documentation (OPM, change orders, service catalogues, wage type catalogues, previous project material, etc.).
• Analyse the current vendor contract and assess improvement opportunities in the system setup.
• Benchmark the existing setup against industry standards.
• Identify requirements across collective agreements and internal business units.
• Develop a complete and detailed RFP requirements document.
• Evaluate vendor proposals against documented requirements and conduct reference checks.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration throughout the entire process.
• Lead Q&A sessions and workshops with potential vendors.

• Proven experience with payroll-related RFP processes.
• Strong knowledge of payroll vendors and market practices.
• Solid understanding payroll regulations and operational processes.
• Experience with complex payroll integrations (e.g., Oracle HCM, ServiceNow, payroll systems, shift planning tools).
• Fluent in English; Norwegian language skills are an advantage.

• Structured, analytical and quality-driven.
• Confident and independent in an advisory role.
• Strong communication skills with both management and subject matter experts.
• Skilled in facilitating processes and creating progress.
• Able to navigate complex stakeholder landscapes.

Assignment period: 15 January 2026 - 15 December 2026

Work location: Oslo/Fornebu (hybrid flexibility available upon agreement)