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A leading UK higher education institution is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead a major HR system transformation project. This strategic initiative involves the implementation of a modern cloud-based HR and payroll solution, replacing a legacy system to streamline processes, automate workflows, and enhance data-driven decision-making.
The Role
This is a high-impact opportunity to manage the full project lifecycle of a complex system implementation. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders across HR, IT, and Finance to ensure successful delivery, from procurement through to go-live and post-implementation support.
Oracle Fusion and/or higher education experience is highly desirable
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading the end-to-end implementation of a new HR and payroll SaaS platform
* Managing risks, timelines, budgets, and resource planning
* Driving stakeholder engagement and communication
* Ensuring alignment with organisational strategy and change priorities
The Ideal Candidate
You will be a confident project leader with a strong track record of delivering transformational systems projects in large, complex organisations. Experience managing data-rich implementations is essential.
Requirements:
* Demonstrable experience in project managing HR/payroll or ERP system implementations
* Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile, MSP)
* Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional leadership skills
* Adept at navigating complex data and integration challenges
The Organisation
This role sits within a central change and transformation function overseeing a wide-ranging strategic portfolio, including digital systems, estates, and enterprise initiatives. The function is tasked with embedding project management best practices and delivering a long-term transformation agenda.
Why Apply?
* Be part of a high-performing change team
* Play a key role in delivering lasting institutional improvement
* Work in a supportive hybrid environment with career development opportunities
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Information Technology and Project Management
* Industries
Higher Education, IT System Operations and Maintenance, and IT Services and IT Consulting
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