HRIS Project and Change Lead

We are partnering with a not-for-profit organisation in the education sector seeking a HRIS Project & Change Lead to play a pivotal role in delivering a critical system implementation.

About the Opportunity - Leading HRIS Transformation Journey

This is a hands-on, fixed-term opportunity to lead the successful implementation of a new Human Resource Information System (HRIS). You will act as the key liaison between internal stakeholders and the external implementation partner, ensuring the system is delivered on time, within scope, and fully compliant with Australian regulatory requirements. With a strong focus on Core HR and Payroll, you’ll also support performance management, recruitment, and learning systems, driving both technical delivery and organisational readiness.

Key Responsibilities

HRIS Implementation & Data Management

• Lead data migration, cleansing, and mapping of employee records into the new system
• Design and implement automated employee lifecycle workflows (onboarding to offboarding)
• Configure intuitive employee and manager self-service functionalities

Payroll & Compliance

• Translate payroll structures, awards, and agreements into system configuration
• Lead payroll testing, including parallel runs to ensure 100% accuracy
• Ensure compliance with Australian legislation, including STP Phase 2 and superannuation requirements

Project Governance & Vendor Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for the HRIS implementation partner
• Manage deliverables against the project plan and Statement of Work
• Oversee User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and issue resolution

Change Management & Training

• Develop and deliver change management strategies to support adoption
• Partner with stakeholders to deliver training across HR, Payroll, and broader workforce
• Drive system engagement and readiness across the organisation

Your Experience, Knowledge & Skills

You are a highly organised and proactive HRIS specialist with a strong blend of technical, project, and stakeholder management skills. You thrive in complex environments and bring a practical, solutions-focused approach.

• Proven experience delivering end-to-end HRIS implementations (e.g., Workday, SuccessFactors, Dayforce, Chris21, ELMO, HiBob)
• Strong understanding of Australian payroll, awards, and compliance requirements
• Demonstrated experience managing vendors and implementation partners
• Advanced data management and Excel capabilities (data cleansing, migration preparation)
• Strong change management capability and experience driving system adoption
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into business-friendly language

Location

With mutliple office locations, there is the flexibility to be based in Brisbane, Gold Coast or Nothern New South Wales.

How to Apply & Closing Date

Please only apply online via the link below ( https://au.hudson.com/). For any questions, contact

Tess Wilkie at ***email_hidden***, quoting Ref No: 249925. All applications will be treated with strict confidence.

*Applications close Monday 15 June

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Casual Loading

Please note for all Australian based contract and temporary roles only, the pay rate is inclusive of mandatory 25% casual loading. This excludes permanent and fixed term roles.