Senior Project Manager & HRIS Integrations

TRANSCOSMOS (MALAYSIA) SDN. BHD.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider in Kuala Lumpur is looking for a Senior Project Manager to lead multi-country HRIS implementations. You will manage an internal project team and coordinate with external partners to ensure successful delivery. The ideal candidate has 8-12 years of project management experience in HRIS implementations, excellent risk management and stakeholder communication skills. This role offers a dynamic work environment with a focus on compliance and effective HR solutions.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of experience in project management focusing on HRIS implementations.
• Proven experience in managing system integrations and overseeing third-party vendors.
• PMP / PRINCE2 / Agile certification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead HRIS implementation projects across ASEAN and global regions.
• Manage and mentor an internal project team.
• Act as the primary interface with HRIS partners and vendors.

Skills

HR operations understanding

Hands-on HRIS experience

Project management skills

Stakeholder management

Risk management skills

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, IT, or related field

Tools

HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors)

Job description

As Senior Project Manager, you are responsible for leading multi-country HRIS implementations and integrations while managing an internal project team and coordinating closely with external HRIS partners and vendors. This role ensures end-to-end delivery across regions, aligning business, HR, IT, and vendor teams to deliver scalable, compliant HR technology solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead multi-country HRIS implementation and integration projects across ASEAN and/or global regions
• Manage and mentor an internal project team
• Act as the primary interface with HRIS partners, system integrators, and third-party vendors
• Own end-to-end project governance including scope, timeline, budget, risks, dependencies, and resourcing
• Develop and maintain integrated project plans, RAID logs, and executive-level status reporting
• Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders including HR, Payroll, IT, Finance, and regional business leaders
• Manage vendor delivery, milestones, commercials, and contractual commitments
• Drive requirements validation, solution design sign-off, and strict change control
• Oversee testing phases (SIT, UAT), data migration, cutover planning, and go-live readiness across countries
• Ensure compliance with local employment, payroll, and data privacy regulations in each country
• Proactively manage escalations, risks, and stakeholder expectations at senior leadership level

Whom are we looking for?

• Strong understanding of HR operations and end-to-end HR processes
• Hands-on experience with HRIS platforms (e.g., Darwinbox, Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle etc)
• Solid knowledge of HRIS integrations (APIs, middleware, file-based interfaces)
• Experience managing multi-country or regional HR implementations
• Understanding of data migration, security, and access controls in HR systems
• Strong project management and delivery skills
• Excellent stakeholder and vendor management capabilities
• Ability to translate business and HR requirements into system delivery plans
• Strong risk management and problem-solving skills
• Clear and confident communication at senior stakeholder level
• Ability to manage ambiguity in complex transformation projects

Qualifications & Experience required :

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, IT, or related field
• 8–12 years of experience in project management, with strong focus on HRIS implementations
• Proven experience managing system integrations and third-party vendors
• PMP / PRINCE2 / Agile certification is an advantage
• Experience in regional or global HR transformation projects preferred

Success Measures

• Successful on-time and on-budget delivery of HRIS projects
• Stable integrations and minimal post-go-live issues
• High stakeholder satisfaction and adoption
• Strong governance, risk management, and audit outcomes

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