HR Systems Programme Manager – 9 Month FTC

• Locations

  Brighton, East Sussex

• Salary

  £50000 - £65000 per annum + Excellent Benefits

• Sector

  Project Management & Business Analysis, Technology

• Type

  Permanent

We have an urgent opportunity for an immediate start with our HE client. This is for an HR Systems Programme Manager on an Fixed-term contract until the end of September this year. This has a strong likelihood of extension.

Salary: £50-65.5k
Location: Brighton

This role is Hybrid working with expectancy to be in the office a few times a month for key meetings with stakeholders.

Job Title: HR System Programme Manager

Reporting Lines:

• Direct Report: Director of Technology
• Dotted Line Reporting: Director of People and Culture
• Programme Sponsor: Chief People Officer

Overview:
Lead the transition from the current HR platform to a new system, ensuring delivery within agreed timeframes and budgets. Collaborate with vendor teams, Head of People Operations, and SMEs from HR, Finance, Technology, and Procurement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Propose and gain approval for a suitable HR system solution, considering functionality, budget, and maturity.
• Manage vendor relationships and contracts in collaboration with the procurement team.
• Oversee responsibilities across SMEs, ensuring effective change control and process definition.
• Regularly engage stakeholders to review change management, milestones, and budgets.
• Develop documentation and training materials for implementation.

Person Specification:
Essential Criteria:

• Proven project management experience, including transitioning enterprise applications.
• Strong vendor management and negotiation skills.
• Expertise in milestone tracking, budgeting, and stakeholder collaboration.
• Experience in risk mitigation, quality management, and motivating cross-departmental teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Desirable:

• Experience delivering HR transition projects in higher education or regulated environments.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual’s skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.