Job Description

Ariston Group is a global leader in sustainable climate and water comfort, listed on Euronext Milan. In 2025 the group reported 2.7 billion-euro revenues, with almost 11,000 employees, direct presence in 41 countries in 5 continents, 32 production sites and 31 research and development centers. The group demonstrates its commitment to sustainability through renewable and high-efficiency solutions, including heating heat pumps, water heating heat pumps, hybrids, domestic ventilation, air handling, electric components, and solar thermal systems, while continuously investing in technological innovation, digitalization, and advanced connectivity solutions. The group operates under global strategic brands Ariston, Wolf and Elco, and brands such as Calorex, NTI, Atag, Domotec, Brink, Chromagen, Racold, as well as Thermowatt and Ecoflam in the components and combustion technologies business.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced ICT HR Project Manager - Global Payroll to lead complex global technology initiatives, with a primary focus on Global Payroll implementation and integration. The ideal candidate combines strong project management capabilities with a solid understanding of HR Operations processes, as well as expertise in digital transformation and stakeholder management.
Reporting directly to the Group ICT HR Lead, you will be responsible for driving strategic system implementations that support global standardization while ensuring compliance with local regulatory requirements.

Our ICT HR Project manager will be in charge of:

• Lead end-to-end Global Payroll implementation projects, from technical requirements gathering to go-live and post-deployment support.
• Coordinate integrations between Global Payroll platforms (SAP, SuccessFactors, or similar) and local systems to ensure seamless data exchange and process alignment.
• Collaborate closely with HR Operations, Finance, and ICT teams to design scalable solutions that meet both global and local business needs.
• Oversee vendor management, project governance, and risk mitigation to ensure project delivery on time, scope, and budget.
• Facilitate stakeholder communication across multiple regions and business units, promoting adoption and change management.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, KPIs, and best practices to ensure sustainability and continuous improvement.

As our ideal candidate:

• University degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in IT project management, preferably within multinational environments.
• Proven track record managing multi-country payroll implementations and integrations with HR and Finance systems.
• Strong knowledge of HR, Finance, and Payroll processes, including compliance and data security requirements.
• Experience in digital transformation, project governance, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Fluent in English.

We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all people. We strive to provide a work environment that is accessible, welcoming and inclusive, in full compliance with applicable legal requirements. In line with this commitment, we promote fair, transparent and equitable reward practices. The compensation package will be determined based on the experience, skills and the scope of the role, applying objective and gender‑neutral criteria. We believe that transparency and fairness are essential to building trust, fostering inclusion and ensuring equal opportunities for everyone.