Global HRIS Project Manager

A complex, global organisation is undertaking a significant overhaul of its HR technology ecosystem, aiming to modernise how its people processes operate across regions. You will join a central People Technology function and take ownership of the day‐to‐day delivery of a major Workday implementation. Reporting to the People Technology Director, you will steer the project budget and timelines, design processes, partner with a 3rd-party vendor, and deliver a full-suite Workday implementation across all territories.

This role is ideal for a Global HRIS Project Manager who enjoys navigating complexity, bringing structure to large programmes, and ensuring that global teams move in sync toward a shared vision.

Key responsibilities & requirements

• Driving the daily operational management of a global Workday programme, ensuring progress is consistent and aligned across all phases.
• Owning the integrated project plan, milestones, and RAID management to maintain clarity, control, and delivery quality.
• Coordinating functional, technical, regional, and external implementation teams to ensure cohesive execution.
• Supporting programme governance through structured reporting, risk mitigation, issue resolution, and decision‐tracking.
• Managing scope, timelines, and budget controls in line with established project management frameworks.
• Maintaining documentation and supporting activities related to testing, cutover, and deployment readiness.
• Facilitating communication across HR, IT, and regional stakeholders to ensure alignment on priorities and outcomes.
• Hands‐on experience with Workday (preferred) or other cloud‐based HR platforms such as Oracle HCM or SuccessFactors.
• Proven ability to coordinate multiple workstreams and vendors across regions and time zones.
• Project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile) is advantageous.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‐management capabilities.
• Understanding of HR processes, integrations, and data governance.
• Willingness to travel internationally during key project phases.

How to apply

This role offers a competitive package of up to £90,000 p.a. + bonus and hybrid working. If you would like to learn more, please apply or contact Anton Blades at Frazer Jones via antonblades@frazerjones.com for a confidential discussion. We are recruiting heavily across the HRIS/HR Technology space, so even if this project isn’t the perfect fit, I’d still love to connect.