HR Systems Project Manager
ARTIS RECRUITMENT LTD · Newton Abbot, South West
HR Systems Project Manager at ARTIS RECRUITMENT LTD, based in Newton Abbot, South West, paying £50,000 - £55,000 per annum. This is a contract role with hybrid working.
- Salary
- £50,000 - £55,000 per annum
- Location
- Newton Abbot, South West · Hybrid
- Contract
- Contract
- Posted
- 17 hours ago
- Closes
- 17 Nov 2026
- Sector
- HR & Recruitment
About 6% above the going rate for hr & recruitment
Reference vacancies/hr-systems-project-manager
About the role
£50,000-55,000 p/a + Benefits
October 14, 2026 • Pontypridd (Hybrid - 2-3 days a week) • Permanent
Your browser does not support the video tag.HR Systems Project Manager required by our business services client, to lead the delivery of a major HR technology transformation, overseeing the introduction of an integrated HR and payroll solution from initial planning and procurement through to implementation and post-launch optimisation.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in HR systems, payroll technology and business transformation to take ownership of a significant project, working closely with senior stakeholders, internal teams and external suppliers.
The Role
- Take ownership of the full project lifecycle, from requirements gathering and business case development through to implementation and ongoing improvement.
- Lead the selection and procurement of a new HR and payroll system, managing supplier relationships and contract negotiations.
- Oversee project plans, budgets, resources, risks, dependencies and governance, ensuring successful delivery against agreed objectives.
- Coordinate system configuration, data migration, integration, testing and implementation activities.
- Work collaboratively with HR, Payroll, IT and Procurement teams to ensure the solution meets business requirements.
- Manage stakeholder engagement, communications and change activities to support a smooth transition and strong user adoption.
- Ensure the new system supports efficient HR and payroll operations, with appropriate controls and compliance in place.
About You
- Proven experience delivering complex HR systems implementations or HR technology transformation projects.
- Strong understanding of HRIS platforms, payroll systems and their associated integrations.
- Experience managing procurement, supplier relationships, project budgets and implementation risks.
- Knowledge of HR processes, UK employment legislation, payroll requirements and GDPR.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence at all levels.
- A recognised project management qualification, such as PRINCE2, APM or an equivalent methodology, or relevant demonstrable experience.
The Opportunity
- Salary of £50,000–£55,000, depending on experience.
- Competitive benefits package.
- Hybrid working arrangements.
- The opportunity to lead a high-profile HR technology transformation with organisation-wide impact.
Interested? If you have experience delivering HR systems and payroll transformation projects and are looking for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply for this role:
Advertised by:
Richard Crowcombe
A Senior IT Recruitment Specialist with 20 years experience in the delivery of permanent staff, contractors and project teams to clients across the UK.
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EMAIL: [email removed]
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Reference: vacancies/hr-systems-project-manager · Posted 17 hours ago · Closes 17 Nov 2026 · Listed via ARTIS RECRUITMENT LTD
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