HR Systems & Payroll Implementation Specialist

HR Systems & Payroll Implementation Specialist
Greater Manchester
6-month fixed-term contract
£60,000 - £70,000 per annum

Macmillan Davies is supporting a business with the appointment of an HR Systems & Payroll Implementation specialist to lead the introduction of a new HR system and bring an outsourced payroll function in-house.

Working closely with HR and wider business stakeholders, you'll assess requirements, help select an appropriate solution and manage implementation. Ease of use, reporting capability and a positive employee experience will be central to the project.

The role

• Review existing HR systems, payroll arrangements and processes to establish business requirements.

• Support the evaluation and selection of a suitable HRIS.

• Lead implementation, including project planning, configuration, data migration, testing and rollout.

• Manage the transition from outsourced payroll to an in-house function, establishing clear processes and responsibilities.

• Work with stakeholders and suppliers to ensure the HR system and payroll arrangements work effectively together.

• Develop reporting that provides accurate, accessible people data.

• Support users through training, guidance and clear communication.

• Ensure a thorough handover so the team can confidently manage the systems and processes going forward.

About you

You'll bring proven experience of HR systems implementation and payroll transition projects in a SME environment, with the ability to take a project from initial scoping through to delivery.

You'll combine strong project management skills with a practical understanding of HR processes, payroll requirements and data accuracy.

You'll need:

• Experience implementing an HRIS, including requirements gathering, data migration, testing and user adoption.

• Experience bringing payroll in-house or leading a comparable payroll implementation or transition.

• A sound understanding of UK payroll requirements and controls.

• Strong stakeholder management skills and the confidence to work with external providers.

• The ability to translate business needs into straightforward, effective processes.

• A hands-on approach and the ability to deliver within a six-month assignment.

Experience of system selection and developing HR reporting would be particularly valuable.

Please apply to Leanne Boddy at Macmillan Davies via the advert to ensure your application is reviewed and you receive updates throughout the process.