ATS Implementation Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise innovante du secteur de l'enseignement supérieur recherche un ATS Implementation Project Manager pour diriger un projet stratégique de transformation de son système de suivi des candidatures. Le candidat idéal aura une expérience avérée dans la mise en œuvre d'ATS et une connaissance approfondie des processus de recrutement, avec une forte capacité à travailler en collaboration avec divers départements. Ce poste, basé à Londres en mode hybride, offre une occasion unique de redéfinir l'acquisition de talents.

Qualifications

• Expérience prouvée dans la gestion de mises en œuvre ou de consolidations complexes d'ATS.
• Connaissance approfondie des processus de recrutement et de l'intégration des systèmes.
• Aisance dans la gestion des RFP et des relations avec les fournisseurs.

Responsibilities

• Diriger le cycle complet du projet, de l'engagement des parties prenantes à la mise en œuvre.
• Gérer la collecte des exigences et produire le pack RFP.
• Surveiller l'ensemble de la livraison du projet, y compris la configuration et le lancement.

Skills

Management de projet

Intégration de systèmes

Automatisation

Gestion des parties prenantes

Job description

Job Description

ATS Implementation Project Manager (6–9 Month FTC)

Hybrid – 2 Days/Week in Holborn, London

Reporting to: Head of Global Talent

Global University Systems (GUS) is transforming our recruitment technology and candidate experience. We're seeking an ATS systems and Talent Acquisition expert to lead the consolidation of our UK higher education institutions’ Applicant Tracking Systems, setting the foundation for global expansion in 2026.

A critical requirement is that the chosen ATS provider is AI and automation-focused, with a robust AI-centric product roadmap. This will enable our Talent Acquisition teams to automate routine tasks and focus on value-added recruitment activities. The Project Manager must have this vision front of mind throughout the project lifecycle.

The Role

You’ll lead the full lifecycle of the project—from stakeholder engagement and process mapping to vendor selection, platform configuration, go-live, training, and ongoing optimisation. A key deliverable will be a centralised careers site hosted by the ATS that reflects the of each institution and enhances the candidate experience.

Pre-Implementation

• Engage stakeholders across Talent, HR, IT, Procurement, Legal, and Marketing
• Run recruitment process review workshops
• Document workflows and identify opportunities for standardisation and automation
• Align and agree on requirements across institutions, ensuring AI/automation capabilities are prioritised

RFP Phase

• Lead requirements gathering and produce the RFP pack
• Manage vendor demos and Q&A sessions with focus on AI product roadmap and automation capabilities
• Facilitate stakeholder reviews and vendor selection based on technology fit and strategic vision
• Support negotiations and contract finalisation

Implementation

• Oversee all project delivery including system build, testing, and launch
• Configure workflows and reporting to reflect agreed processes and automation opportunities
• Build a centralised careers site that:
• Showcases each institution’s brand and EVP
• Delivers a seamless, AI-enhanced candidate journey
• Coordinate training, change support, and post-launch adoption with an emphasis on leveraging AI for recruitment efficiency

About You

• Proven experience leading complex ATS implementations or consolidations is ESSENTIAL
• Expert knowledge of recruitment processes, systems integration, and AI-enabled automation
• Experienced managing RFPs and vendor relationships, with an understanding of AI product roadmaps
• Skilled in designing careers sites that balance brand, usability, and automation features
• Highly organised, delivery-focused, and confident working cross-functionally
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills

Join us and lead a high-impact project that will redefine Talent Acquisition at GUS by combining cutting-edge technology with strategic recruitment excellence.