Job Description

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading multi-country HRIS implementations and integrations while managing an internal project team and coordinating closely with external HRIS partners and vendors. This role ensures end-to-end delivery across regions, aligning business, HR, IT, and vendor teams to deliver scalable, compliant HR technology solutions.

Job Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Lead multi-country HRIS implementation and integration projects across ASEAN and/or global regions
• Manage and mentor an internal project team  
• Act as the primary interface with HRIS partners, system integrators, and third-party vendors
• Own end-to-end project governance including scope, timeline, budget, risks, dependencies, and resourcing
• Develop and maintain integrated project plans, RAID logs, and executive-level status reporting
• Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders including HR, Payroll, IT, Finance, and regional business leaders
• Manage vendor delivery, milestones, commercials, and contractual commitments
• Drive requirements validation, solution design sign-off, and strict change control
• Oversee testing phases (SIT, UAT), data migration, cutover planning, and go-live readiness across countries
• Ensure compliance with local employment, payroll, and data privacy regulations in each country
• Proactively manage escalations, risks, and stakeholder expectations at senior leadership level

Key Knowledge & Expertise

• Strong understanding of HR operations and end-to-end HR processes
• Hands-on experience with HRIS platforms (e.g., Darwinbox, Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle etc)
• Solid knowledge of HRIS integrations (APIs, middleware, file-based interfaces)
• Experience managing multi-country or regional HR implementations
• Understanding of data migration, security, and access controls in HR systems

Skills & Competencies

• Strong project management and delivery skills
• Excellent stakeholder and vendor management capabilities
• Ability to translate business and HR requirements into system delivery plans
• Strong risk management and problem-solving skills
• Clear and confident communication at senior stakeholder level
• Ability to manage ambiguity in complex transformation projects

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, IT, or related field
• 8–12 years of experience in project management, with strong focus on HRIS implementations
• Proven experience managing system integrations and third-party vendors
• PMP / PRINCE2 / Agile certification is an advantage
• Experience in regional or global HR transformation projects preferred

Success Measures

• Successful on-time and on-budget delivery of HRIS projects
• Stable integrations and minimal post-go-live issues
• High stakeholder satisfaction and adoption
• Strong governance, risk management, and audit outcomes

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