Senior Program Manager
Posted Today by Eutopia Search
£150,000 Per year
Outside
Undetermined
Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Programme Lead for IT/HR systems, specifically Workday, is a leadership role focused on overseeing the delivery of critical projects within a six-month timeframe. The position requires extensive experience in managing complex HR technology implementations, particularly Workday HCM. The role involves bridging HR strategy with IT execution to ensure a scalable and user-centric system. The assignment is set to begin in May 2026 and is classified as outside IR35.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee programme delivery for IT/HR systems projects, particularly Workday.
- Develop and implement end-to-end strategies for Workday HCM and related modules.
- Bridge the gap between HR strategy and technical IT execution.
- Ensure the system is scalable, secure, and user-centric.
- Lead cross-functional teams and influence senior executives.
- Manage IT remediation and ensure compliance with security roles and business processes.
- Oversee integrations, data migration, and testing methodologies.
Key Skills:
- 5+ years of experience in HR Technology, specifically with Workday HCM implementations.
- Proven leadership skills in managing cross-functional teams.
- Technical understanding of Workday/HRIS modules, security roles, and business processes.
- Proficiency in integrations, data migration, and testing methodologies.
Salary (Rate): £800 daily
City: North London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: IT
Programme lead - IT/HR system (Workday) 6 month, Outside IR35 £700 - £800 per day North London Assignment to start May 2026
** Urgently seeking an experienced Programme Manager / Leader to oversee programme delivery at a critical timing in the project cycle **
Brief: The Programme Lead will have significant experience managing IT/HR systems projects, (Workday would be an advantage). This is a leadership role responsible for the end-to-end strategy, implementation, and optimization of Workday HCM and related modules. This role typically bridges the gap between HR strategy and technical IT execution, ensuring the system is scalable, secure, and user-centric.
Required Qualifications & Experience:
- Experience: 5+ years in HR Technology, specifically managing complex, large-scale Workday HCM implementations.
- Lead IT remediation: Ideally with knowledge of Workday / HRIS modules, security roles, business processes, and reporting.
- Leadership: Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence senior executives.
- Technical Understanding: Proficiency in integrations, data migration, and testing methodologies.