SaaS Project Manager

I am currently looking for an independent project manager for executing an HR SaaS implementation, on behalf of our client a leading international consultancy;

Project Manager

Key Responsibilities

- Manage and lead the project team and recruit project staff and consultants, where necessary.
- Facilitate scope definition including functionality and technology.
- Facilitate project plan development to set expectations for deliverables and schedule.
- Detailed project planning and control including:
- Develop and maintain a detailed work plan.
- Manage project deliverables in line with the project plan.
- Record and manage project issues and escalate where necessary.
- Resolve cross-functional issues at project level.
- Manage project scope and change control and escalate issues where necessary.
- Monitor project progress and performance.
- Provide status reports to the project sponsor BPO, SME and other relevant parties
- Liaison with, and update progress to, project steering board, BPO, SME and other relevant parties
- Manage project evaluation and dissemination activities.
- Coordinate phase sign-offs.
- Work closely with users to ensure the project meets business needs
- Identify business requirements/workflows and consult on best practices/specific country needs for solution requirements and configuration
- Prepare for implementation kick off meetings and lead the process
- Prepare and conduct user acceptance and go live training via classroom and online methods

Skill-Sets Required

- Master's degree
- Good knowledge en experience with project management and implementation; experience in working within a diverse team of professionals;
- Consultative and process improvement skills;
- 5-7 years of experience (not necessarily in HR);
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with good presentations skills; excellent command of English language;
- Client relationship focused, able to gain trust through communication, expectation setting, and completion of planned deliverables
- Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills;
- Knowledge and proficiency of PC skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. MUST HAVE SAAS IMPLEMENTATION EXPERIENCE PREFERABLY IN HR
- Experienced in needs analysis, requirements definition, design, fit-gap and any other systems integration type of responsibilities (not just an end user).
- Ability to lead multiple implementations simultaneously and deliver sound, working and satisfactory solutions on time and on budget