About the role

The University of Leicester is embarking on a major strategic transformation programme to modernise our Finance, HR and Payroll services through the implementation of a new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platform and the redesign of end-to-end business processes.

This is a rare opportunity for an experienced Senior Project Manager to play a leading role in delivering a high-profile, institution-wide transformation programme that will shape the future of how the University operates.

You will lead the delivery of critical ERP transformation workstreams, working alongside senior stakeholders, implementation partners, functional experts and technical teams to ensure successful delivery of programme outcomes.

If you have successfully delivered large-scale ERP, Finance, HR, Payroll or business transformation programmes within complex organisations, we would love to hear from you.

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About you

We are looking for a motivated and highly organised project professional with significant experience of leading projects within complex IT or digital transformation environments. You will possess a recognised project management qualification, such as PRINCE2, MSP or equivalent experience, and have a proven track record of implementing SAP or comparable enterprise systems

You will be a confident communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills, capable of building productive relationships with senior leaders, technical specialists, external suppliers and implementation partners. You will have strong analytical skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities, risks and dependencies while maintaining a clear focus on successful delivery.

The successful candidate will be resilient, proactive and solutions-focused, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced transformation environment. Experience of SAP S/4HANA, large-scale system implementations, higher education or public sector organisations would be advantageous

Additional information

Informal enquires are welcome and should be made to Donna Fryer at [email protected]

The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.

As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive.

We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

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