Interim HRIS Implementation Lead

HRIS Implementation Lead (12-month FTC)

Location: Hybrid – Midlands base with remote working flexibility

Contract: Fixed Term (12 months)

Salary: £60,000-£70,000 pa

Hours: Full time

Are you an experienced HRIS Implementation Lead ready to take ownership of a high-impact transformation project?

We’re looking for a proactive and capable professional to lead the end-to-end implementation of a new HR Information System across a complex, multi-site organisation. This is a hands-on delivery role where you’ll shape, manage and deliver a future-proof HRIS platform from data migration through to process redesign, stakeholder engagement and go-live.

🔍 What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading the HR workstream across planning, configuration, testing and go-live
• Acting as the key liaison between project teams, HR, payroll, recruitment, and senior stakeholders
• Driving data migration, validation and GDPR compliance
• Overseeing and optimising HR processes to align with digital workflows
• Managing a small team of HRIS Analysts to deliver project milestones
• Leading user training, documentation and user acceptance testing
• Ensuring an excellent end-user experience via self-service and support functions

💡 What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience leading a full HRIS implementation (from vendor selection to launch)
• Strong knowledge of HR processes, data management and digital transformation
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Skilled in Excel and HR systems integration (especially with payroll/workforce management)
• Ability to challenge the status quo and drive continuous improvement
• Comfortable working under pressure with competing deadlines

This is a unique opportunity to make a measurable impact, modernising how people data supports operations, culture, and compliance. If you’re a confident HR systems leader ready to drive digital change, we’d love to hear from you.