Project Manager - iTrent HR & Payroll System Implementation

Are you an experienced Project Manager with a passion for driving successful IT implementations? We have an exciting opportunity for an 18-month fixed term contract to project manage the implementation of the MHR iTrent HR & Payroll Application for Bath & North East Somerset Council.

About the Role: As the Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the end-to-end implementation of the new iTrent system. Your responsibilities will include:

• Collaborating with internal stakeholders, external consultants, and third-party vendors to ensure a seamless transition.
• Overseeing the data cleanse process to ensure accurate and reliable data migration.
• Coordinating the implementation of a new iTrent instance within the cloud, working directly with application vendor Midland HR.
• Facilitating communication and collaboration between Council employees and project teams.
• Monitoring project progress, identifying risks, and implementing mitigation strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Leadership: Lead the project team through all phases of the implementation, from planning to post-go-live support.
• Stakeholder Management: Engage with key stakeholders, ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives.
• Data Migration: Oversee data cleansing activities and ensure data integrity during migration.
• Cloud Implementation: Work closely with IT, HR Operations, Financial Systems and MHR to set up the new iTrent instance within the cloud.
• Risk Management: Identify and address project risks promptly.
• Collaboration: Foster effective collaboration among internal teams, consultants, and third parties.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure the successful delivery of the iTrent system on time and within budget.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager in IT implementations.
• Familiarity with HR & Payroll systems, preferably iTrent.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is desirable.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a dynamic team driving digital transformation.
• Contribute to the modernisation of HR and payroll processes.
• Gain exposure to cutting-edge cloud technologies.

Your main place of work will be the award-winning, modern Civic Centre in Keynsham, halfway between Bath and Bristol, easily accessible via car or public transport, with a train station 5 minutes’ walk away.

Why B&NES Council?

We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need. These include:

• A competitive salary package
• A range of flexible working and hybrid working options, including four area offices and home-working, dependent on service requirements
• A generous holiday allowance and special leave provisions
• The Local Government Pension Scheme
• A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme – whatever life throws at you; we are committed to supporting you and your well-being at work and home
• Professional and personal development including in-house training and accredited qualifications including Aspiring Manager and Leadership Development
• Discount scheme including the VECTIS card that offers numerous local discounts including cycle to work and free entry to numerous local attractions with B&NES

Interested to find out more?

If you are interested in this post and require more details after reading the job description or just to chat through the role and what’s involved, please contact Lee Archer, Financial Systems & Development Manager by emailing lee_archer@bathnes.gov.uk