HR Tech Project Manager

Role Summary: Owns end-to-end delivery of HRTech implementation projects, managing governance, client relationships, financials, and team performance to ensure successful outcomes. Carries mandatory team leadership accountability. Key Responsibilities: - Project Delivery Ownership: Lead end-to-end project delivery from initiation to formal closure. Manage scope, schedule, resources, financials, and quality standards. - Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with client project sponsors and stakeholders. Lead executive project reviews and steer committee presentations. - Risk & Escalation Governance: Proactively manage risks, issues, and escalations throughout the project. Develop mitigation strategies and lead resolution of critical blockers. - Team Leadership: Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams. Coach junior project members and support their professional development. Conduct regular 1:1s and provide structured, actionable feedback. - PMO Governance: Adhere to RA PMO standards and contribute to methodology improvements. Ensure all project documentation is complete, accurate, and audit ready. Functional Competency: - Program Execution: Drives execution for full programs and workstreams. - Risk Management: Manages risk logs, conducts reviews, and prevents downstream issues. - Scope Control: Negotiates delivery scope aligned with client strategy. - Commercial Awareness: Monitors burn rate and tracks scope changes against budget. Behavioural Competency: - Task Ownership: Leads end-to-end delivery with accountability and foresight. - Leadership: Inspires confidence and drives team performance. - Client Relationship: Drives relationship depth and account understanding. - Stakeholder Management: Influences outcomes through strategic engagement. - Escalation Management: Prevents escalations through proactive risk handling. - Problem Solving: Solves complex problems with strategic foresight. - Attention to Detail: Producing consistently high-quality work with thorough checks. - Change Attitude: Drives change with positive mindset and resilience. - Team Leadership: Drives team performance and alignment. - Mentoring: Coaches peers and guides best practices. - People Development: Gives structured feedback and supports growth. Requirements - Bachelor's degree: PMP or PRINCE2 certification preferred. - 7–10 years of project management experience in HRTech implementations. - Proven track record of delivering large-scale software implementations. - Strong leadership, communication, and financial management skills. - Demonstrated people management and team development capability.