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# Interim Data Migration Specialist (gn)

- **Company:** Michael Page International (Deutschland) GmbH
- **Location:** Düsseldorf, Germany (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Data Cleansing, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Mapping, Data Migration, Data Mining, SAP Human Resource Management Software, HR Software, SAP HCM Payroll, Workday, Workday Program Manager, Legacy Systems
- **Published:** October 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.xing.com/jobs/niedersachsen-interim-data-migration-specialist-gn-158672450

## About the Role

* On-site Meetings: Approximately twice per year
 * Languages: Fluent English (mandatory)
 * Environment: Budget-conscious program with a strong focus on efficient resource utilization, * Extensive experience as a Data Migration Lead in international transformation programs.
 * Proven track record in Workday data migration projects.
 * Strong expertise in SAP HCM, SAP Payroll, or comparable HR systems.
 * Demonstrated experience delivering data migrations for multinational rollout programs.
 * Deep understanding of data mapping, data modeling, ETL processes, and data quality management.
 * Experience with payroll data migrations and cross-country HR processes.
 * Background in large-scale transformation and harmonization initiatives.
 * Strong technical focus; hands-on migration expertise is significantly more important than traditional project management skills.

Personal Qualifications

 * Strong hands-on technical mindset.
 * Structured, pragmatic, and solution-oriented approach.
 * Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
 * High level of ownership and ability to work independently.
 * Experience working within international and multicultural project teams.

## Description

* Own the global data migration strategy, methodology, standards, and governance framework.
 * Define and manage the complete data migration scope across 19 countries and 22 payroll entities.
 * Develop data mapping, transformation, and validation rules for migration into Workday.
 * Lead all data migration activities across the program, with a strong focus on technical execution and data quality.
 * Manage data extraction from SAP HCM, SAP Payroll, and other HR source systems.
 * Own ETL processes (Extract, Transform, Load) between legacy systems and Workday.
 * Define and implement a sustainable data cleansing strategy to improve data quality prior to migration.
 * Establish and execute reconciliation and verification processes to ensure completeness and accuracy of migrated data.
 * Conduct mock loads, test migrations, dress rehearsals, and production cutovers.
 * Collaborate closely with the Workday Program Manager, technical teams, and local HR and Payroll stakeholders.
 * Manage cross-country dependencies, risks, issues, and resource requirements within the overall program.
 * Ensure compliance with data privacy, security, and regulatory requirements.
 * Consolidate migration status reporting for program and project leadership.
 * Support the global standardization of HR and payroll processes as part of the transformation initiative.