Project Implementation Consultant (Earn up to RM5k)

Lightman Consulting Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Project Implementation Consultant to manage HRMS implementations. Responsibilities include conducting project kick-off meetings, defining project scope, and ensuring timely delivery. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in IT, Business, or HR and 2–5 years of relevant experience. Strong communication skills in English, stakeholder management abilities, and a solid understanding of HR and payroll processes are essential. This role offers competitive salary and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Exposure to a fast-growing HR tech SaaS environment

Opportunity for career growth

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in HRMS/Payroll implementation.
• Experience in SaaS implementation consulting.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle HRMS implementations from kick-off to go-live.
• Conduct project kick-off meetings and requirement gathering.
• Define project scope, timelines, and deliverables.

Skills

Understanding of HR and payroll processes

Experience configuring HRMS

Excellent communication skills in English

Strong problem-solving skills

Stakeholder management skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Business, HR, or related fields

Tools

HRMS software

Project management methodologies

Job description

Project Implementation Consultant (Earn up to RM5k)

Manage full-cycle HRMS implementations from kick-off to go-live

Conduct project kick-off meetings, requirement gathering, and solution walkthroughs

Define project scope, timelines, milestones, and deliverables

Ensure implementation projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with customer expectations

Requirement Analysis & Solution Design

Gather and document customer business requirements related to:

Payroll

Leave management

Employee lifecycle management

Translate customer requirements into system configurations and implementation plans

Advise customers on best practices and optimal system usage

System Configuration & Data Migration

Configure HRMS modules based on customer requirements

Support data migration activities including employee master data, leave balances, payroll history, and statutory information

Validate migrated data and conduct data reconciliation with customers

Testing, Training & Go-Live Support

Coordinate and support User Acceptance Testing (UAT)

Conduct user training sessions for HR, Payroll, and Admin users

Support go-live activities and provide hypercare support post-implementation

Act as the main point of contact during implementation projects

Manage customer expectations, risks, and change requests

Escalate project risks or issues proactively to management

Maintain implementation documentation including project plans, configuration details, and handover notes

Work closely with Customer Support and Customer Success teams for smooth handover post go-live

Provide product feedback and implementation insights to Product and Engineering teams

Key Responsibilities

Project Implementation & Delivery

• Manage full-cycle HRMS implementations from kick-off to go-live

• Conduct project kick-off meetings, requirement gathering, and solution walkthroughs

• Define project scope, timelines, milestones, and deliverables

• Ensure implementation projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with customer expectations

Requirement Analysis & Solution Design

• Gather and document customer business requirements related to:

  • Payroll
  • Leave management
  • Attendance & time tracking
  • Employee lifecycle management

• Translate customer requirements into system configurations and implementation plans

• Advise customers on best practices and optimal system usage

System Configuration & Data Migration

• Configure HRMS modules based on customer requirements

• Support data migration activities including employee master data, leave balances, payroll history, and statutory information

• Validate migrated data and conduct data reconciliation with customers

Testing, Training & Go-Live Support

• Coordinate and support User Acceptance Testing (UAT)

• Conduct user training sessions for HR, Payroll, and Admin users

• Support go-live activities and provide hypercare support post-implementation

Stakeholder & Risk Management

• Act as the main point of contact during implementation projects

• Manage customer expectations, risks, and change requests

• Escalate project risks or issues proactively to management

Documentation & Continuous Improvement

• Maintain implementation documentation including project plans, configuration details, and handover notes

• Work closely with Customer Support and Customer Success teams for smooth handover post go-live

• Provide product feedback and implementation insights to Product and Engineering teams

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Business, HR, or related fields

• 2–5 years of experience in:

  • HRMS / Payroll implementation
  • SaaS implementation consulting
  • ERP or enterprise software implementation

• Experience managing multiple projects concurrently

Functional & Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of HR and payroll processes

• Experience configuring HRMS, Payroll, or ERP systems

• Ability to interpret business requirements and translate them into system solutions

• Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile / Waterfall / Hybrid)

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English (Malay and Mandarin are an advantage)

• Strong stakeholder management and customer-facing skills

• Organized, proactive, and able to work independently

• Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Experience with Malaysian statutory payroll requirements (EPF, SOCSO, EIS, PCB, CP38)

What We Offer

• Exposure to a fast-growing HR tech SaaS environment
• Opportunity to work closely with Product, Engineering, and HR professionals
• Career growth in Customer Success, Product Support, or Implementation roles
• Competitive salary and benefits