AddressWant to bring ideas to life?
You're in the right place. If you're looking for a fresh challenge, why choose Aurecon? It comes down to one, crucial question. What kind of world do you want to create for the next generation? Truth is, the decisions being made right now will determine the future of everything - from the local community to the entire planet. One of those decisions is: who do you decide to work for?
How will your ideas contribute to shaping what's next?
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Business Program Manager to provide business leadership to all aspects of a Global Payroll Implementation project.
Your role will include:
- Provide overall leadership, guidance, and direction to the project team ensuring the successful implementation of the Global Payroll system. Overall accountability of the successful delivery of the program, representing the Group Chief Financial Officer.
- Develop and execute comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets, ensuring adherence to quality standards, delivery milestones, and resource allocation.
- Maintain effective relationships and communication with key stakeholders throughout the 2-year project.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues effectively, ensuring proactive contingency planning and timely resolution.
- Ensure project deliverables meet defined quality standards and comply with relevant regulations and best practices.
- Develop and execute change management strategies to facilitate smooth project implementation and adoption of the Global Payroll system across different geographical locations.
- Produce regular project progress reports, status updates, and other project documentation as required by the organization and project stakeholders.
- Lead and mentor a cross-functional project team, providing guidance, support, and performance feedback to ensure optimal team performance and project success. Drive accountability and coordination across the program and impacted functions within the business.
- Be an advocate to drive simplicity across the payroll function and transform from old ways of working.
How will your future be shaped by us?
Joining Aurecon means you'll be at the award-winning edge of innovation and sustainability. AFR ranked us Top 5 among sustainability leaders and Top 3 of all innovative companies in professional services. One Consult awarded us an innovative design award. Plus, we were Consult Australia's large firm of the year.
You really can bring your whole self to work and be confident your voice will be heard. We don't just claim we're inclusive and innovative, as proven by the independent awards and accreditations we've gained. We've been recognised for our innovation culture, gender equality and our LGBTI+ inclusion. Plus, we have a robust Reconciliation Action Plan - our fourth edition since 2014.
On a personal level you'll have access to flexible work hours, remote work, working holidays, part-time and job share options. You'll continue to grow, thanks to learning and development opportunities that further your eminence, leadership, and professional accreditations. Outside of work, you'll be further supported with competitive paid parental leave, cultural public holiday swaps, plus wellbeing support programmes.
What are we looking for from you?
You'll have a genuine passion for re-imagining problems and continuous learning to help shape the future.
We value that each of our team members brings something different to Aurecon. We look for people who have had a broad range of experiences throughout their career and can demonstrate how they have worked as part of a team to bring ideas to life.
The successful candidate will have extensive expertise in project management, specifically in the payroll domain, with an impressive track record of successful project delivery and stakeholder management. This role requires exceptional leadership skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to navigate complex international environments as well as:
- Significant experience in project management, mandatory in the payroll domain, with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
- Strong knowledge of Global Payroll processes, systems, and regulations, with experience in international Payroll Implementation being highly desirable.
- Experience with Ramco and Workday HCM highly desirable.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to influence and motivate cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration, and driving results.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships at all levels of the organization.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a strategic mindset and the ability to make sound decisions in a complex and fast-paced environment.
- Professional project management certifications (e.g., PMP, Prince2) are highly desirable.
- Experience working in a global or multicultural organization would be an advantage.
- Bachelor's degree in business, Finance, or a related field is required. A postgraduate qualification in project management is advantageous.
Who is Aurecon?
Aurecon's strength has always been our people. It's our people who build our shared purpose and bring ideas to life. It's our people who imagine and co-create with our clients a better future for people and the planet. Of course, you'll probably know lots of our award-winning projects. The new Allianz Stadium in Sydney? That was us. Tāmaki Regeneration in Auckland? That was us too. And the Tseung Kwan O Interchange in Hong Kong? You guessed it, us. So, when you join us, you'll be joining a community working together to tackle some of the world's most complex challenges.
Ready to bring ideas to life?
Then please apply. Remember, it's you and how you bring ideas to life which are important. Your background, unique needs and individuality will be valued. Visit our website to learn more at www.aurecongroup.com
