Project Manager - HRMS Implementation

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager HRMS Implementations to lead end-to-end delivery of Human Resource Management System (HRMS/HCM) projects. The role will be responsible for planning, execution, stakeholder management, risk mitigation, and successful deployment of HR technology solutions aligned with business and HR objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery & Governance

• Lead end-to-end HRMS implementation projects from initiation to go-live and post-implementation support
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and success criteria
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation
• Ensure adherence to project governance, PMO standards, and implementation methodologies (Agile/Waterfall/Hybrid)

Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for HR, IT, business leaders, vendors, and implementation partners
• Facilitate requirements gathering, design workshops, and steering committee meetings
• Provide regular status updates, risk assessments, and escalation management

HRMS Implementation Oversight

• Manage implementation of HRMS modules such as Core HR, Payroll, Time & Attendance, Talent, Learning, Compensation and Benefits
• Coordinate configuration, integrations, data migration, testing (SIT/UAT), and cutover activities
• Ensure alignment between HR processes and system design

Risk, Change & Quality Management

• Identify and mitigate project risks and dependencies
• Manage scope changes through formal change control
• Support change management, training, and user adoption initiatives
• Ensure solution quality, compliance, and data accuracy

Required Skills & Qualifications

Mandatory

• Bachelors degree in Business, HR, IT, or related field
• Proven experience managing HRMS/HCM implementation projects
• Strong understanding of HR processes (Hire-to-Retire lifecycle)
• Solid project management skills including planning, execution, and risk management
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills

Technical / Functional

• Experience with HRMS platforms such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle HCM, or similar
• Knowledge of integrations, data migration, and reporting
• Experience with Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid project delivery models
• Proficiency with project management tools (MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification a strong plus
• PRINCE2, Agile, or other project management certifications
• HRMS vendor certifications (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors)
• Experience with multi-country or large-scale HR transformations
• Exposure to change management frameworks (Prosci / ADKAR)

Key Competencies

• Leadership and decision-making
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and ambiguity
• Customer-focused and results-driven mindset