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My client is seeking an experienced HRIS Programme Manager to join its technology function ahead of a significant transformation programme. This role will lead multiple HR technology workstreams, with a primary focus on the implementation of SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP). The successful candidate will be responsible for driving the delivery of strategic HR systems initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
Job Responsibility:
Lead and govern the delivery of multiple HRIS projects within a structured programme framework
Own the end-to-end implementation of SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll, ensuring delivery to scope, time, and budget
Ensure HR technology initiatives align with organisational strategy, HR transformation goals, and operational priorities
Manage programme-level dependencies, risks, and resource planning across concurrent workstreams
Provide clear leadership, direction, and reporting to senior stakeholders, including programme status, risks, and mitigation plans
Partner closely with HR, Finance, IT, and third-party vendors to define requirements, timelines, and success criteria
Oversee system configuration, testing cycles, data migration, parallel runs, and go-live readiness
Ensure payroll solutions meet all statutory, regulatory, and compliance obligations across relevant jurisdictions
Drive governance, change control, and quality assurance throughout the programme lifecycle
Requirements:
Degree in HR, Information Systems, Business, or a related discipline (or equivalent professional experience)
5+ years’ experience in senior IT project or programme management roles
Demonstrable experience delivering HRIS programmes in complex or multi-entity environments
Strong, hands-on experience implementing SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP) (or SAP Payroll within SuccessFactors / SAP HCM environments)
In-depth understanding of payroll operations, statutory compliance, integrations, and data dependencies
Proven ability to manage senior stakeholders, cross-functional teams, and external system integrators
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Experience operating within matrixed, regional, or global organisations
Nice to have:
SAP certification in Payroll, SuccessFactors, or HR modules
Knowledge of data privacy and GDPR considerations within HR systems
Formal project or programme management certification (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP, Agile)