HR Systems Implementation Manager (iTrent / People First) Fixed term for 9 months Hours: 35 hours per week Salary: Grade 7 £42,766 - £46,299 per annum (Starting salary commences at £42,766) Location: City Campus We’re introducing a brand-new integrated HR system (People First) — and we’re looking for a talented and motivated Systems Implementation Manager to make it happen. This is an exciting opportunity to join our supportive and dynamic HR team, where you’ll play a central role in shaping the future of how HR, Payroll, and Organisational Development work together across the College. You’ll be the driving force behind the project, from planning and configuration through to go-live and embedding, ensuring a smooth transition and long-term success. Why this role? • Lead a project with real organisation-wide impact. • Work at the heart of HR transformation in Scotland’s largest college. • Collaborate with a friendly, supportive, and ambitious HR team. • Build skills and experience that will strengthen your career profile. What we’re looking for: • Proven project leadership — experience of delivering system implementations or major rollouts (HR/Payroll systems experience would be a bonus). • A project manager’s mindset — organised, deadline-focused, and able to keep things moving. • HR know-how — good understanding of HR, Payroll and/or Organisational Development processes. • People skills — confidence in engaging with stakeholders at all levels, translating technical detail into clear, simple language. • Problem-solving ability — comfortable with data, detail, and finding practical solutions. • A positive, can-do approach — able to influence, build trust, and encourage adoption of new ways of working. This is an excellent opportunity to join one of Scotland’s leading colleges with access to great career development opportunities within a skilled workforce. Our modern Riverside Campus and City Campus provide a world-class working and learning environment. Some roles offer a mix of campus and remote working, and this can be discussed in further detail at interview. Additionally, the College offers an outstanding benefits package including: Generous holiday entitlement - 45 days holiday (including bank & public holidays) Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) Flexible working opportunities Access to occupational health & a 24/7 confidential employee support service Access to a dedicated health & wellbeing team Cycle to work scheme Access to campus facilities such as Costa Coffee, City Market (Bakery & Butchers), Hair and Beauty Salon, College Gym, Library Services Exclusive discounts from high street retailers Successful applicants will be subject to a satisfactory PVG Disclosure Check and must be eligible to work in the UK. For a detailed post description and to apply for the above vacancy please visit the ‘join our team’ section on the College website. Please note CVs will not be accepted. Applications close no later than Midnight on Sunday 14 September 2025. Interview Date: week commencing 22 September 2025 Vacancy reference: 3445