Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership:
- Understand the University's goals for HR and payroll processes, ensuring the system configuration aligns with these objectives.
- Maximise the use of automation and data analytics to streamline processes.
Project Execution:
- Collaborate with the project manager to lead a cross-functional team for the HR & payroll module implementation.
- Support the testing manager in developing and executing test plans.
- Ensure project milestones, tasks, and quality standards are consistently met.
- Facilitate clear communication and foster collaboration within the team.
Monitoring & Reporting:
- Attend regular status meetings, providing updates and flagging potential risks or issues.
- Proactively mitigate challenges and ensure the project remains on track.
Adaptability & Problem-Solving:
- Respond to changes in project scope or requirements, ensuring smooth transitions.
- Assist in developing contingency plans for unforeseen challenges, maintaining flexibility throughout the project life cycle.
Project Closure:
- Participate in project review sessions to evaluate successes, challenges, and areas for improvement.
- Ensure the seamless transition of the HR & Payroll system into regular operations.
- Contribute to documenting key leanings to inform future projects.
Skills & Knowledge Required:
- In-depth knowledge of HR and payroll systems, particularly within the UK higher education sector.
- Proficiency in business process alignment, system configuration, and data insights.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Competency in data manipulation, including transformation and imports.
- Experience in building Business Intelligence (BI) solutions.
Key Abilities:
- Ability to manage and inspire a diverse team within a matrix-style management structure.
- Flexibility in responding to changing priorities and project requirements.
- Proven ability to provide expert guidance and foster a collaborative, innovative work environment.
Impact & Effectiveness:
- Demonstrate effectiveness in achieving project objectives and delivering a successful business solution.
This is a dynamic opportunity to make a significant impact on a large-scale transformation project, driving the success of a key HR and payroll system implementation.
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