Project Manager – Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)

Project Manager – Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)

We are expanding our Transformation Team to deliver the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system replacement programme, a fixed‑term role until 30 September 2027. The project will replace the Council’s Finance and HR system and improve working practices across the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Scope, plan and deliver ERP projects that achieve the Council’s benefits and objectives.
• Work closely with directorate leads to manage activities for each phase of the programme, ensuring timescales, risks, issues and reporting are controlled.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans and transition‑state plans, adapting to project complexity.
• Deliver and manage multiple, diverse projects simultaneously, identifying and addressing critical issues and risks.
• Facilitate risk‑based decision making, monitoring residual risk throughout the project life‑cycle.
• Engage with and manage the performance of third‑party suppliers and partners, ensuring delivery to agreed standards.

Qualifications

• Foundation of a project management qualification or equivalent experience.
• Ability to scope, plan and govern projects with clear objectives, outcomes and delivery approaches.
• Experience managing risks, issues, finances and resource allocation for projects.
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience with ERP‑replacement projects is a benefit but not essential.

Benefits & Offer

• At least 27 days’ holiday, rising to 32 after five years of service (pro‑rata if part‑time).
• Agile working – “Flexibility First” approach to flexible working.
• Partnership with the Local Government Pension Scheme and optional AVC Scheme.
• Progression opportunities and training through high‑quality learning programmes.
• Health and wellbeing benefits, including Employee Assistance Programme.
• Cycle‑to‑Work and Travel Pass schemes.
• Salary‑sacrifice car lease scheme.
• Family‑friendly policies with enhanced leave.
• Discounted gym memberships.
• Employee volunteering scheme.
• Medicash.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and guarantee an interview to under‑represented candidates who meet the minimum essential criteria. For adjustment support you can contact recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk.

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