Project Manager

Role: Project Manager

Location: London ~ 2 days weekly

Salary: Up to £60,000

FTC Length: 12 Month Initial FTC

Role Overview:

We are seeking an ERP Project Manager to lead on a large HR and Payroll transformation programme for one of our Not for Profit clients on an initial 12 month FTC.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead multiple project workstreams (change, technical deployment, etc.), ensuring alignment across the project timeline.
• Ensure adherence to global design principles, directing project team meetings and guiding the team effectively.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to manage dependencies and expectations, overseeing the project plan and RAID log.
• Report project progress to the HR/Finance Transformation Delivery Programme Manager and Project Board, escalating risks, issues, and change requests as needed.
• Maintain a proactive, solution-focused approach, offering open and constructive feedback. Present a positive, professional image of the programme and company in all interactions, fostering productive and beneficial relationships.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience delivering HR and Payroll transformations.
• Extensive experience managing third-party vendors and ensuring value for money.
• Experience managing the end to end change lifecycle.
• Skilled in estimating project costs and timelines with commercial awareness.
• Experience leading technical teams and managing delivery from external vendors.
• Familiarity with the insurance industry and the full SDLC.
• Proactive and able to work independently while handling ambiguity.

Essential Skills:

• Strong stakeholder and third-party vendor management.
• Proven experience in leading projects and managing vendor performance.
• Expertise in DevOps, SDLC, and agile/waterfall methodologies.
• Proficiency with Azure DevOps or similar management tools.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.