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HR Systems Project Manager

JR United Kingdom

London

On-site

GBP 50,000 - 90,000

Full time

26 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dynamic HR Systems Project Manager to spearhead the implementation of a new HR system. This high-impact role, based in central London, offers a unique opportunity to lead a multi-million-pound project with significant business implications. The ideal candidate will possess robust experience in both Agile and Waterfall methodologies, coupled with exceptional stakeholder management skills. This is a 12-month contract position with the potential for extension, allowing for a hybrid work environment. Join a Top 20 UK accountancy firm and make a tangible difference in their operations.

Benefits

Hybrid working (2-3 days office)
High-profile project with tangible business impact

Qualifications

  • Strong experience in Agile and Waterfall methodologies required.
  • Excellent stakeholder management from C-suite to end-users.

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end delivery of the HR system replacement project.
  • Establish governance and manage senior stakeholders effectively.

Skills

Agile methodologies
Waterfall methodologies
Stakeholder management
Project management

Education

PRINCE2 or similar qualification

Tools

Workday
SuccessFactors

Job description

The Opportunity: We're recruiting for a leading accountancy firm seeking an HR Systems Project Manager to lead the implementation of their new HR system. This is a high-impact 12-month contract role with potential for extension on a hybrid basis from their central London offices.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Lead end-to-end delivery of the HR system replacement project
  2. Establish project governance and manage senior stakeholders
  3. Control budgets, timelines and resources (£multi-million project)
  4. Manage risks and ensure compliance with change control processes
  5. Oversee third-party suppliers and internal project teams
  6. Drive business change management and user adoption

Ideal Candidate:

  1. Strong experience with both Agile and Waterfall methodologies
  2. Excellent stakeholder management skills (C-suite to end-users)
  3. PRINCE2 or similar qualification preferred
  4. Background in professional services/accountancy ideal

Why Apply?

  1. High-profile project with tangible business impact
  2. Hybrid working (2-3 days office)
  3. Join a Top 20 UK accountancy firm

Desired Skills and Experience: HR, Systems, implementation, Workday, SuccessFactors, HR System, Project management

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