Interim Payroll & HR Systems Transformation Lead – 12 months FTC - Inside IR35 in Manchester

Interim Payroll & HR Systems Transformation Lead – 12 months FTC (Inside IR35)

Our client, a leading Facilities Management organisation, is looking for an exceptional Interim Payroll & HR Systems Transformation Lead to drive a strategic programme unifying Payroll and HR systems across the UK.

This is a high-impact role at the heart of a business-wide change initiative – perfect for someone who thrives on complexity, clarity, and delivery.

Key areas of focus

• Define the blueprint for a new Payroll & HR systems ecosystem, shaping the transition from legacy to future state.
• Own the migration plan – from system build through to testing, deployment, and post-go-live success.
• Simplify and standardise processes, aligning them with the business’s strategic vision.
• Deliver measurable outcomes – financial, operational, and strategic.
• Lead cross-functional teams and collaborate across the business to make transformation happen.
• Influence senior stakeholders to secure buy-in and drive alignment at every stage.
• Champion change with strong communication and engagement plans that ensure readiness and adoption.
• Work closely with the PMO to ensure governance, reporting, and project delivery stay on track.

What you’ll bring

• Proven expertise leading end-to-end transformation programmes in Payroll and HR environments.
• Deep understanding of SAP, HR system architecture, integrations, and data migration.
• Hands‑on experience in business case development, blueprint design, testing, and deployment.
• A track record of delivering payroll system integrations and measurable business benefits.
• The ability to communicate complex change with clarity and impact to senior stakeholders.
• Sharp attention to detail, strong project governance, and the confidence to hit the ground running.
• Flexibility to travel nationally when required.

Additional information

This is a hybrid role with a combination of working from home and travel between the Newcastle and South Yorkshire offices.

This 12‑month FTC position comes with an exciting package.

Location: Newcastle, South Yorkshire, UK (hybrid)

If you’re a transformation leader who combines strategic vision with delivery discipline, we’d love to hear from you.