Interim Payroll & HR Systems Transformation Lead – 12 months FTC - Inside IR35
Posted 3 days ago by Oliver Sanderson Group PLC
Negotiable
Inside
Hybrid
England, United Kingdom
Summary: Our client, a leading Facilities Management organisation, seeks an Interim Payroll & HR Systems Transformation Lead to spearhead a strategic programme unifying Payroll and HR systems across the UK. This high-impact role involves defining a new systems ecosystem, managing migration plans, and delivering measurable outcomes while influencing senior stakeholders. The position requires a proven track record in transformation programmes and a deep understanding of HR systems, particularly SAP. This is a hybrid role with a 12-month fixed-term contract offering an exciting package.
Key Responsibilities:
- Define the blueprint for a new Payroll & HR systems ecosystem.
- Own the migration plan from system build through to testing, deployment, and post-go-live success.
- Simplify and standardise processes aligned with the business’s strategic vision.
- Deliver measurable outcomes - financial, operational, and strategic.
- Lead cross-functional teams and collaborate across the business.
- Influence senior stakeholders to secure buy-in and drive alignment.
- Champion change with strong communication and engagement plans.
- Work closely with the PMO to ensure governance, reporting, and project delivery stay on track.
Key Skills:
- Proven expertise leading end-to-end transformation programmes in Payroll and HR environments.
- Deep understanding of SAP, HR system architecture, integrations, and data migration.
- Hands-on experience in business case development, blueprint design, testing, and deployment.
- Track record of delivering payroll system integrations and measurable business benefits.
- Ability to communicate complex change with clarity and impact to senior stakeholders.
- Sharp attention to detail and strong project governance.
- Flexibility to travel nationally when required.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Our client, a leading Facilities Management organisation in the midst of a major transformation, is looking for an exceptional Interim Payroll & HR Systems Transformation Lead to drive a strategic programme unifying Payroll and HR systems across the UK. This is a high-impact role at the heart of a business-wide change initiative - perfect for someone who thrives on complexity, clarity, and delivery.
Key areas of focus:
- Define the blueprint for a new Payroll & HR systems ecosystem, shaping the transition from legacy to future state.
- Own the migration plan - from system build through to testing, deployment, and post-go-live success.
- Simplify and standardise processes, aligning them with the business’s strategic vision.
- Deliver measurable outcomes - financial, operational, and strategic.
- Lead cross-functional teams and collaborate across the business to make transformation happen.
- Influence senior stakeholders to secure buy-in and drive alignment at every stage.
- Champion change with strong communication and engagement plans that ensure readiness and adoption.
- Work closely with the PMO to ensure governance, reporting, and project delivery stay on track.
What you'll bring:
- Proven expertise leading end-to-end transformation programmes in Payroll and HR environments.
- Deep understanding of SAP, HR system architecture, integrations, and data migration.
- Hands-on experience in business case development, blueprint design, testing, and deployment.
- A track record of delivering payroll system integrations and measurable business benefits.
- The ability to communicate complex change with clarity and impact to senior stakeholders.
- Sharp attention to detail, strong project governance, and the confidence to hit the ground running.
- Flexibility to travel nationally when required.
This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a major organisation - driving a transformation that will leave a lasting legacy. You’ll operate at the strategic core of a business that’s evolving fast and ready to invest in change done right. This is a hybrid role with a combination of working from home and travel between the London, Newcastle and South Yorkshire offices. This role is a 12-month FTC with an exciting package on offer. If you’re a transformation leader who combines strategic vision with delivery discipline, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and make your mark!
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