This 4-5 month contract role with a local authority involves taking ownership of the HR and Payroll design for the Councilâs future ERP solution. The post holder will lead the design and implementation of HR and Payroll workstreams, ensuring alignment with organisational needs, best practices, and statutory requirements. The role requires close collaboration with internal stakeholders, design leads, and delivery teams to guide the implementation process, incorporating functional expertise, stakeholder insight, and programme delivery knowledge to ensure successful outcomes.
Responsibilities
Lead and own the end-to-end design of HR and Payroll modules within the Councilâs ERP implementation.
Collaborate with programme teams, design leads, and business stakeholders to define requirements and translate them into effective system solutions.
Provide expert guidance on HR and Payroll best practices to inform system design and configuration.
Capture, assess, and incorporate stakeholder feedback into the design process.
Support and guide functional teams through workshops, design sessions, and implementation activities.
Ensure the ERP solution aligns with statutory requirements, organisational policies, and operational needs.
Requirements:
Essential Experience
Significant experience in HR and Payroll systems design and implementation, ideally within ERP programmes.
Proven experience working on large-scale transformation or system implementation projects.
Strong understanding of HR and Payroll processes, legislation, and best practices.
Experience working within or alongside public sector organisations (desirable).
Essential Qualifications
Degree or equivalent experience in HR, Business, IT, or a related field.
Professional HR qualification (e.g., CIPD Level 5 or above) desirable.
Project management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile, or equivalent) desirable.
Evidence of continuous professional development.
Additional Information
Working hours: 35 hours per week.
Location: Cunard Building, Water Street, Pier Head, Liverpool, Merseyside, L2 2BS, United Kingdom.
Work pattern: 2 days in the office and 3 days remote, subject to business needs.