Senior HR IT Project Manager (HRIS)

TL;DR

Senior HR IT Project Manager (HRIS): Managing the planning and implementation of HR system transformations and digitalizations with an accent on Workday and SAP SuccessFactors. Focus on stakeholder management at the C-level, optimizing HR processes, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver scalable HRIS solutions.

Location: Basel, Switzerland (Hybrid)

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in HR consulting specializing in HR digital transformation and HRIS implementation for clients worldwide.

What you will do

• Manage the end-to-end planning, execution, and implementation of HR IT projects.
• Lead system transformations using platforms like Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, or SAP HCM.
• Coordinate project teams, budgets, resources, and external service providers.
• Conduct workshops with HR, IT, and business leaders to analyze and optimize HR processes.
• Support presales activities, including proposal preparation and customer development.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of project management experience in HR IT or HR transformation.
• Proven track record of leading complex software implementation projects.
• In-depth knowledge of modern HR systems (Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, SAP HCM, or similar).
• Experience in stakeholder management at the management and C-level.
• Business-level proficiency in both German and English.
• Ability to work from the Basel, Switzerland area.

Nice to have

• Experience with international transformation projects or the public sector.
• Knowledge of agile project methodologies (Scrum, SAFe, Agile Delivery).

Culture & Benefits

• International development opportunities with horizontal and vertical career growth.
• Good work-life balance with telecommuting possibilities.
• Investment in employee development through training and certifications.
• Collaborative environment with quarterly team events and annual seminars.
• Happy at Work certified culture that respects diversity, integrity, and excellence.