Torsten Franke - Interim Manager Payroll & Company Pensions (bAV) - Processes & System Transitions | Court-Approved Pension Consultant (RDG) |

Q: Where is Torsten based?

Torsten is based in Munich, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Torsten speak?

Torsten speaks the following languages: German (Native) .

Q: How many years of experience does Torsten have?

Torsten has at least 30 years of experience. During this time, Torsten has worked in at least 7 different roles and for 7 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 3 months . Note that Torsten may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Torsten's latest experience?

Torsten's most recent position is Managing Director at DES Deutscher Entgelt Service GmbH .

Q: What companies has Torsten worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Torsten has worked for IWB Seminare für das Personalwesen and Entgeltwelt & IWB-Seminare für das Personalwesen .

Q: Which industries is Torsten most experienced in?

Torsten is most experienced in industries like Professional Services , Education , and Information Technology . Torsten also has some experience in Telecommunication .

Q: Which business areas is Torsten most experienced in?

Torsten is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources , Accounting , and Project Management . Torsten also has some experience in Finance , Operations , and Information Technology .

Q: Which industries has Torsten worked in recently?

Torsten has recently worked in industries like Professional Services and Education .

Q: Which business areas has Torsten worked in recently?

Torsten has recently worked in business areas like Accounting , Human Resources , and Project Management .

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Munich, Germany

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Experience

May 2013 - Mar 2014

11 months

Managing Director

DES Deutscher Entgelt Service GmbH

Management of payroll outsourcing

Jan 2013 - Present

13 years 5 months

Hybrid

Lecturer | Payroll & Occupational Pensions | Coach

IWB Seminare für das Personalwesen

Specialized training in payroll and occupational pensions
Practical seminars on occupational pensions and payroll
Year-end update for payroll
Member of the alga Competence Center

Apr 2007 - Present

19 years 2 months

Munich, Germany

Hybrid

Interim Manager Payroll & Company Pensions - Payroll Processes | Consultant | Payroll & bAV Coach

Entgeltwelt & IWB-Seminare für das Personalwesen

Interim management of payroll and company pension scheme (bAV)
Consulting, payroll, digital files, processes, training, support
Interim management (payroll, bAV)
Project management for payroll, digital personnel files (ePA), bAV, HR processes, assessments
Implementation or outsourcing of payroll systems
Implementation of digital personnel files and digitization of paper personnel files
Introduction of payroll, pension management and HR controlling systems
Implementation of time value accounts
Pension consulting for company pension schemes
Certified expert witness for payroll and bAV (BDSF)
Certified expert for payroll and occupational pensions

Jan 2005 - Mar 2007

2 years 3 months

Walldorf, Germany

Solutions Expert Human Capital Management

SAP AG

Describing use cases and specifying software requirements for payroll, personnel administration and time management
Gathering and analyzing practical requirements for personnel administration, time management and compensation management (OutsideIn)
Describing use cases and specifying software requirements for time accounts and the time management work center
Business configuration: comparing and analyzing competitor products, designing the business adaptation catalog for HR
Testing the initial software release and serving as the contact for time management testing
Handing over user interface designs to software development in India

Apr 2001 - Dec 2004

3 years 9 months

Munich, Germany

Solutions Consultant Human Capital Management

PeopleSoft GmbH

Functional product consultant for HR software solutions (PeopleSoft HCM and ADP-Paysi)
Developing customer-specific HR management solutions
Delivering technical presentations on HRMS solutions to users and decision-makers
Providing professional support to key accounts and presenting at industry events

Jan 2001 - Mar 2001

3 months

Munich, Germany

Sales Representative

Airdata GmbH & Co. KG

Sales of internet access (last mile)
Customer consultation

Jul 1996 - Dec 2000

4 years 6 months

Dresden, Germany

Branch Manager

H+R Service GmbH

Personnel management, personnel planning, recruitment, staff deployment, personnel development
Responsible for 30–50 employees, onboarding of specialists and managers
Budget responsibility, bank signing authority, contract negotiation and contract conclusion
Authorized to represent management from November 1998

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Professional Services, Education, and Information Technology.

Professional Services

Education

Information Technology

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Human Resources, Accounting, Project Management, Finance, Operations, and Information Technology.

Human Resources

Accounting

Project Management

Finance

Operations

Information Technology

Summary

Payroll & occupational pensions: Where complexity meets legally sound solutions. Payroll and occupational pensions are far more than just numbers - they are the backbone of employee satisfaction and a critical compliance topic. With 30 years of HR experience, I help companies minimize risks and take processes to the next level.

What I do for you:

Interim Management & Project Support: I step in when things get critical: whether covering vacancies, stabilizing payroll, or guiding complex selection processes for switching or implementing a payroll system or a digital personnel file. I make sure your payroll runs on time and error-free.
️ Certified Expert Witness for Payroll & bAV (BDSF): I prepare solid reports, technical opinions, and legally sound process documentation. Especially in conflict cases, I give you the confidence you need.
Training & Coaching: Knowledge transfer straight from practice to practice. As a trainer, speaker, and coach, I share hands-on payroll expertise, including:
Payroll
Occupational pensions
Partial retirement
Income tax and social security
Wage garnishment
Digital personnel files and HR digitization
Public sector collective bargaining law
General labor law
️ Process Optimization: I analyze your HR/payroll workflows and support you in digitization (e.g., digital personnel files) to sustainably boost efficiency and transparency.

Why me? With my career experience in various payroll roles, combined with my qualifications as an expert witness and interim manager, I blend deep expertise with a hands-on mindset. I know the challenges HR teams face from three decades of practice.

Let’s start a conversation! Are you looking for support on a current project or need an expert report?

Contact me here on LinkedIn or by email at: [email]

Languages

German

Native

Education

Mar 2009 - Jul 2010

Fachhochschule Koblenz

Business Economist in Occupational Pensions (FH) - part-time · Occupational Pensions · Koblenz, Germany

Aug 1993 - Jul 1997

Technical School - Business Department

State-certified Business Administrator - specialization in Business Administration, focus on Sales/Marketing, evening studies · Business Administration, Sales/Marketing · Dresden, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Certified Expert Witness for Payroll and bAV (BDSF)

Trainer Qualification (AdA)

IHK Leipzig

Legal advice license according to § 10 para. 1 no. 2 RDG

Munich District Court

Certified Expert for Payroll and Occupational Pensions

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 7

Experience in Professional Services 23.5 y

Avg length 6 y 3 m

Longest experience 19 y 1 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (Germany)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Managing Director, Lecturer | Payroll & Occupational Pensions | Coach, Interim Manager Payroll & Company Pensions - Payroll Processes | Consultant | Payroll & bAV Coach

Main industries Professional Services, Education, Information Technology

Main business areas Human Resources, Accounting, Project Management

Qualifications

Highest degree Bachelor

Certifications earned 4

Profile

Created

December 2025

Last Update

May 2026

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Where is Torsten based?

Torsten is based in Munich, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Torsten speak?

Torsten speaks the following languages: German (Native).

How many years of experience does Torsten have?

Torsten has at least 30 years of experience. During this time, Torsten has worked in at least 7 different roles and for 7 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 3 months. Note that Torsten may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Torsten be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Torsten would be well-suited for roles such as: Managing Director, Lecturer | Payroll & Occupational Pensions | Coach, Interim Manager Payroll & Company Pensions - Payroll Processes | Consultant | Payroll & bAV Coach.

What is Torsten's latest experience?

Torsten's most recent position is Managing Director at DES Deutscher Entgelt Service GmbH.

What companies has Torsten worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Torsten has worked for IWB Seminare für das Personalwesen and Entgeltwelt & IWB-Seminare für das Personalwesen.

Which industries is Torsten most experienced in?

Torsten is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Education, and Information Technology. Torsten also has some experience in Telecommunication.

Which business areas is Torsten most experienced in?

Torsten is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources, Accounting, and Project Management. Torsten also has some experience in Finance, Operations, and Information Technology.

Which industries has Torsten worked in recently?

Torsten has recently worked in industries like Professional Services and Education.

Which business areas has Torsten worked in recently?

Torsten has recently worked in business areas like Accounting, Human Resources, and Project Management.

What is Torsten's education?

Torsten holds a Bachelor in Business Administration, Sales/Marketing from Technical School - Business Department.

Does Torsten have any certificates?

Torsten has 4 certificates. Among them, these include: Certified Expert Witness for Payroll and bAV (BDSF), Trainer Qualification (AdA), and Legal advice license according to § 10 para. 1 no. 2 RDG.

What is the availability of Torsten?

Torsten is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Torsten?

Torsten's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.