11-12 Months Contract with a Local Authority
Summary
* This role is responsible for overseeing the HR & Payroll design of the Council's future ERP solution. The position involves collaborating with Council design leads and functions during the implementation phase, incorporating functional best practices, stakeholder feedback, and programmatic knowledge into the workstream.
Responsibilities
* Lead the HR & Payroll workstream, managing all aspects including planning, reporting, budget management, resource management, execution, and risk management.
* Collaborate with the People and Organisational Culture Director, Heads of Service, and external suppliers to deliver an integrated HR, Payroll, and Finance system that aligns with the target operating model and complies with regulations.
* Guide process area design leads through implementation, assisting in designing a leading practice solution and understanding dependencies between taxonomy areas.
* Manage design governance for the workstream, preparing and delivering design authority and board papers as needed.
* Ensure stakeholders, Design Leads, HR Analysts, and core users are engaged and informed to facilitate system and process change adoption.
Experience
* Deep functional knowledge in HR & Payroll with evidence of continuous professional development in system transformation.
* Proven experience in HR and Payroll system design and implementation that enhances service delivery.
* Demonstrable experience in complex project management across at least three HR and Payroll transformation projects, including planning, reporting, budget management, resource management, execution, and risk management.
Qualification
* Chartered membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (MCIPD) and/or Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals (CIPP) Qualification or equivalent professional qualification.
Additional Information
* Working hours: 35 hours per week
* Location: Cunard Building, Water Street, Pier Head, Liverpool, L2 2BS
The role closes on 15th October 2025, apply ASAP.