Project Manager

Auto-; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Work from home 2 days per week

Volunteer days

Parental leave

Learning & development

Job summary

Auto & General in Brisbane (Toowong) is seeking an HR Technology Project Manager to design and deliver divisional HR initiatives. You will partner with People and Culture and cross-divisional teams to align projects with business strategy, ensuring effective governance and stakeholder engagement.

You will drive system integrations, manage risks, and lead the delivery from scope to hypercare, with a focus on UKG/Kronos, Genesys WFM, and Aurion Payroll implementations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with an HR System Implementation as an HR Technology Project Manager.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively engage stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.
• Strong understanding of HR processes and systems for employee lifecycle.
• Superior communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to identify risks and issues and develop mitigation strategies.
• Previous experience with UKG / Kronos Time & Attendance, Genesys WFM, Aurion Payroll.
• Strong project management skills, with experience using project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the business to design and deliver divisional strategic initiatives within People and Culture.
• Serve as gateway partner for cross-divisional initiatives for Auto & General.
• Maintain strong stakeholder relationships with Heads of teams, Program Managers and partner divisions.
• Lead project planning, execution, monitoring and control to delivery.
• Oversee integration of HR systems with contact centre and payroll.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

HR processes

Project management

Communication

Risk management

UKG/Kronos

Genesys WFM

Aurion payroll

HR tech implementation

Tools

UKG/Kronos Time & Attendance

Genesys WFM

Aurion Payroll

Job description

• Location 9 Sherwood Road,Toowong, QLD, 4066,Australia
• Job Category Technology
• Employee Type Permanent (PERM)

Contact information

• Contact Name Juliane Cortez
• Contact Phone .

Description

Purpose of the role

The Project Manager will partner with the business to design and deliver our divisional strategic initiatives within People and Culture and partner with the broader business as the gateway partner for cross-divisional initiatives for Auto & General. This role will work alongside fellow People and Culture teams, so it will be imperative to maintain strong stakeholder relationships, in particular the internal Heads of teams, Program Managers and Risk and Insurance Australia partner divisions. In addition, will have dedicated project resources in a permanent capacity and, at times, contract resources. The role will drive strategic delivery from project scope, discovery, resources, technical requirements through to hypercare and delivery.

Position Accountabilities

• Project Management Expertise: Possess strong project management skills, including planning, execution, monitoring, and controlling.
• Stakeholder Management: Effectively engage and manage stakeholders at all levels, including senior management, business users, technical teams, and vendors across multiple entities.
• Communication: Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing clear and concise updates on project progress, risks, and issues.
• Problem-Solving: Identify and resolve project challenges and risks proactively.
• Leadership: Lead and motivate the project team to achieve project goals within timelines and budget.
• Integration Expertise: Demonstrate a strong understanding of system integration principles and best practices, particularly in relation to integrating the T&A system with the contact centre and payroll systems.

Project Planning and Execution:

• Develop a detailed project plan for the People Systems components of delivery, including scope, objectives, milestones, deliverables, and timelines.
• Perform risk assessment and develop mitigation strategies.
• Establish project governance structures and communication protocols.
• Manage project budget and resources effectively.

System Development and Configuration:

• Partner with our systems SME’s for the development and configuration of the solutions, ensuring it meets Auto & General's specific requirements.
• Collaborate with technical teams and vendors to ensure seamless integration with existing systems, including adequate reporting functionality back into Auto & General.

Testing and Validation:

• Create in partnership thorough system testing, including, integration, user acceptance, and any required regression testing.
• Ensure the system meets all functional and technical requirements.

Change Management:

• Partner with the change practice to implement a change management plan to support any transition.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders about the benefits and impact of the change, highlighting the new systems, processes, and procedures.
• Address user concerns and provide ongoing support to ensure a smooth transition

Post-Implementation Support:

• Partner with business as usual teams to ensure smooth handover and assist to address any issues that arise.

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven experience with an HR System Implementation as an HR Technology Project Manager
• Demonstrated ability to effectively engage stakeholders at all levels of the organisation
• Strong understanding of HR processes and systems for employee lifecycle
• Superior communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to identify risks and issues and develop mitigation strategies
• Previous experience with UKG / Kronos Time & Attendance, Genesys WFM, Aurion Payroll.
• Strong project management skills, with experience using project management tools.

Location: Brisbane (Toowong) - Close to a variety of public transport and easy parking options, the Toowong office has excellent end-of-trip facilities (including secure bike storage and showers), outdoor spaces and plenty of modern collaborative areas to work and connect with colleagues.Conveniently based at Toowong Village tower with views of the mountains and the Brisbane River, our location is only 4 km from the city and provides access to retail, restaurants and other amenities.

The benefits of working at A&G

• Be rewarded - we recognise high performance and reward our people for their hard work through bonuses and other perks.
• Access to A&G’s employee reward and recognition platform, powered by Rewards Gateway - Enjoy a wide range of benefits, including:
  • Personalised rewards and peer-to-peer recognition
  • Exclusive discounts and savings across more than 600 top retailers
  • A comprehensive recognition program that celebrates milestones and achievements- helping you feel valued every step of the way
• Work flexibility - with options to work from home two days per week.
• Options for leave - life happens, so we’ve got volunteer days, an additional paid ‘ME’ day, paid parental leave and the opportunity to purchase additional leave to cover all of the big stuff.
• Grow with us - we’ve got learning and professional development opportunities to suit everyone.
• Give back - our A&G Difference program gives you the power to change our community for the better through volunteering, fundraising and donation opportunities for causes that you’re passionate about.
• Take care of yourself - your wellbeing is important to us and our healthy mind and body hub, mental-health support and fitness discounts will help you be your best self.
• Celebrate the wins - we love sharing our successes and celebrating together - join us and you’ve got a ticket to our many on-site events throughout the year, family fun days and annual celebrations.
• Save money - as well as discounts on insurance products, we’ve teamed up with some incredible retailers, hospitality providers and others to bring you discounts on your purchases, no matter where you are in Australia.

About us

Auto & General values individual differences and believes in fostering an inclusive culture that creates a great place to work for all.
Our range of general insurance products including Car, Motorcycle, Home, Contents Pet and Travel products are delivered through our multi-award-winning brand Budget Direct and partnerships with leading brands - ING, Qantas and Coles Insurance.
We’re excited about the future and we’re always on the lookout for talented, passionate individuals who can help us achieve our goal of being Australia’s best insurer!