Project Manager in Edinburgh

Job Title: Project Manager - Payroll Migration

Location: Edinburgh, Scotland

Company:

Stellar Omada is one of Scotland’s fastest-growing IT Services companies, specializing in Programme Delivery, Testing Services, Digital Transformation, and Innovation.

Established in 2018, the company is experiencing rapid growth and employs 170 staff.

Our focus on supporting the Scottish digital economy and development of digital and technology education sets us apart.

Responsibilities:

Project Planning and Execution:

• Develop a comprehensive project plan outlining tasks, timelines, resources, and milestones.
• Execute the project plan effectively, ensuring that all activities are completed on time and within budget.
• Monitor progress regularly and make adjustments as necessary to ensure project success.

Stakeholder Management:

• Identify and engage with all relevant stakeholders, including senior management, IT teams, HR teams, and external vendors.
• Communicate project goals, progress, and challenges effectively to all stakeholders.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and address any concerns or issues in a timely manner.

Risk Management:

• Identify potential risks and issues that may impact the project's success.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies to address identified risks and minimize their impact on the project.
• Proactively manage any issues that arise during the project and implement solutions to resolve them quickly.

Vendor Management:

• Coordinate with external vendors and service providers involved in the payroll migration project.
• Manage vendor contracts, deliverables, and relationships to ensure that all parties are aligned with project goals and timelines.

Quality Assurance:

• Implement quality assurance processes to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the payroll migration.
• Conduct regular quality checks and audits to verify data accuracy and system functionality.

Change Management:

• Develop and implement change management strategies to support the transition to the new payroll system.
• Prepare and deliver training sessions for end-users to ensure a smooth transition and adoption of the new system.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Generate regular progress reports for senior management, highlighting key achievements, milestones, and any issues or risks.
• Maintain thorough documentation throughout the project lifecycle, including project plans, meeting minutes, and relevant correspondence.

Experience:

• Strong Project Management experience
• Track record of delivery
• Payroll and HR Knowledge
• Excellent stakeholder Management
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Leadership
• Change Management Expertise
• Organisational Skills
• Adaptability and Resilience