Altum Consulting
HRIS Transformation Programme Manager
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HRIS Transformation Programme Manager
Contract: 18 months Rate: Up to £1,000 per day (outside IR35) Start: Immediate Location: London (hybrid)
HRIS Transformation Programme Manager
PE-backed organisation seeking a seasoned HRIS Transformation Programme Manager to drive the full procurement and rollout of a new HR system. The objective? Centralise operations, eliminate inefficiencies, and revolutionise employee service across a rapidly expanding multi-entity business.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead strategic direction: Oversee the HRIS programme from initial discovery through system selection, deployment, and full implementation, ensuring alignment with business growth goals.
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Transform organisational structure:
- Guide the transition from decentralised HR operations to a consistent, scalable global model.
- Remove redundant processes and integrate all operating companies into one cohesive system.
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Assessment & selection:
- Evaluate the current HR technology landscape and process maturity.
- Steer vendor selection, appointing and managing the systems implementation partner.
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Technical delivery:
- Strategically implement core HR functionalities, including:
- Employee records
- Payroll (with special focus on transformation experience)
- Workforce management
- Strategically implement core HR functionalities, including:
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Cross-functional collaboration:
- Partner closely with HR, payroll, finance, technology leaders, and operational stakeholders across the UK.
- Drive alignment between technical teams, end-users, and executive sponsors.
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Management & control:
- Develop, monitor, and update the programme plan, governance, budget, risks, dependencies, and milestones.
- Manage a small, self-driven delivery team with clear accountability and efficiency.
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People-centred transition:
- Ensure organisation readiness through communications, training programmes, and change management initiatives.
Required Experience
- Proven HRIS delivery leader:
- 10+ years of end-to-end HRIS programme experience, with direct experience in Workday and SuccessFactors.
- Hands-on expertise in discovery, procurement, vendor selection, implementation, UAT, and deployment.
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Payroll transformation specialist:
- Significant experience in payroll system transformations, including legacy-to-new integration challenges.
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Complex operating environment:
- Proven track record in PE-backed multi-entity organisations, navigating regional intricacies while maintaining global consistency.
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HR Operating Model Mastery:
- Deep understanding of HR service delivery models and the ability to design centralised HR operations.
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SysInt/Third-party integration:
- Skilled in managing systems integrators and third-party vendors, ensuring timely delivery under complex parameters.
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Senior stakeholder management:
- Ability to confidently engage with C-level executives, programme sponsors, executives, and operational stakeholders in high-impact environments.
(Marketing and candidate notes: Emphasise growth and complexity of the organisation to attract senior, experience-driven applicants.)
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