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Job Details
HR Technology Transformation - Program Director (Contract)
Location: Zürich Country: Switzerland Rate: 600-700 CHF per Day (Flexible)
HR Technology Transformation - Program Director - Must be based in Switzerland
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Length: 12 Months
Location/Remote Working: Zurich/Hybrid (2 days onsite) - Must be based in Switzerland
Pay Rate: 600-700 CHF per Day (Flexible)
Trust in Soda has formed a strategic partnership with a renowned global Insurance company. They are actively seeking an accomplished Senior Program Director with extensive experience in leading and managing large-scale, complex global programs, preferably within an HR context. The ideal candidate should demonstrate exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management skills. This role requires a deep understanding of program management methodologies, best practices, and the ability to drive program delivery across diverse, cross-functional, and international teams.
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning and execution of their HR technology transformation program, shifting the digital HR backbone to a cloud-based solution.
- Provide guidance and assistance to internal project teams and serve as the primary liaison with an external implementation partner organization.
- Supervise and manage program delivery across various workstreams, ensuring adherence to timelines, objectives, and budget.
- Take ownership of the detailed project plan, supported by a PMO organization and in collaboration with relevant internal and external stakeholders, to monitor progress and proactively handle changes to project scope, timelines, and costs.
- Maintain a program governance structure, including chairing the steering committee and conducting regular global and local program reviews.
- Keep HR leadership and other stakeholders informed with regular updates on project status, risks, and issues, and implement applicable mitigation strategies.
Essential Skill Set:
- Hold a Master's degree in business administration, preferably with an emphasis on HR or IT.
- Accumulate over 15 years of experience in consulting or global program management.
- Demonstrate extensive involvement in overseeing large-scale technology transformation initiatives, particularly within the HR domain.
- Possess expertise in SAP/SuccessFactors technology, if available.
- Preferably, have experience in global change management.
- Exhibit strong leadership skills for driving transformation and influencing stakeholders effectively.
- Showcase exceptional interpersonal abilities and a high level of emotional intelligence.
- Possess a comprehensive understanding of market trends and complete HR processes.
- Work with a highly organized and self-directed approach.
- Fluent in English at a native or proficient level (C1-C2).
Posted Date: 09 May 2024
Reference: JS-105376
Employment Business: Trust In Soda
Contact: Jack Heath