Overview

In this role, you will lead critical ERP transformation workstreams to modernise Finance, HR and Payroll services across the university. You will collaborate with senior stakeholders, implementation partners and technical teams to ensure delivery of programme outcomes. You’ll drive large-scale ERP and digital transformation initiatives in a complex environment, prioritising successful delivery and stakeholder alignment. This is a chance to shape institutional processes and scale transformation across the University of Leicester.

Pay / Benefits

competitive salary package
excellent pension scheme
generous annual leave
career development opportunities
supportive and collaborative environment
wellbeing and inclusion initiatives

Responsibilities

Lead delivery of ERP transformation workstreams across Finance, HR and Payroll
Coordinate with senior stakeholders, external suppliers and implementation partners
Ensure successful programme outcomes through effective governance and risk management
Manage multiple priorities, dependencies and delivery milestones in a fast-paced environment
Collaborate with functional experts and technical teams to deliver end-to-end processes

Key requirements

Recognised project management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, MSP) or equivalent experience
Proven track record delivering SAP or comparable enterprise systems
Experience leading projects within complex IT or digital transformation environments
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills with senior leaders and partners
Analytical, with ability to manage risks and dependencies and maintain delivery focus
Experience with large-scale system implementations and cross-functional collaboration (advantageous: SAP S/4HANA, higher education/public sector)

stakeholder management
communication
resilience
SAP S/4HANA (advantageous)
enterprise systems implementation
ERP transformation

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