Job Description

The Senior Project Manager cum Scrum Master (Sr. PM/SCM) will be responsible for leading the HRMS migration project, ensuring its successful delivery within scope, budget, and timeline. This role requires a dynamic individual with expertise in project management, agile methodologies, and stakeholder management. The Sr. PMSCM will manage cross-functional teams, drive program governance, and ensure adherence to PMO frameworks while fostering collaboration and alignment across business, technology, vendor, and leadership stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Project Management:
o Lead the end-to-end delivery of the HRMS migration project, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
o Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets.
o Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
o Ensure adherence to PMO frameworks, processes, and best practices.
2. Scrum Master Responsibilities:
o Facilitate agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
o Remove impediments to team progress and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
o Coach team members on agile principles and practices to enhance team performance.
3. Governance and Reporting:
o Drive program governance through regular status reporting, RAID (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies) management, and stakeholder updates.
o Ensure timely and accurate communication of project status, risks, and issues to leadership and stakeholders.
o Maintain comprehensive project documentation and ensure audit readiness.
4. Stakeholder Management:
o Build and maintain strong relationships with business, technology, vendor, and leadership stakeholders.
o Facilitate clear communication, expectation alignment, and timely decision-making.
o Act as a liaison between technical teams and business units to ensure alignment on project goals and deliverables.
5. Team Leadership:
o Manage cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and accountability.
o Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to team members to ensure successful project execution.
o Promote a positive and inclusive team culture.
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Key Skills:
1. Technical and Functional Expertise:
o Proven experience managing HRMS migration or similar large-scale enterprise projects.
o Strong understanding of HRMS platforms, data migration processes, and system integrations.
o Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Confluence, or similar).
2. Project Management and Agile Methodologies:
o Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid).
o Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent agile certification is preferred.
o PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification is a plus.
3. Governance and Risk Management:
o Expertise in RAID management and program governance.
o Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate project risks effectively.
4. Stakeholder and Communication Skills:
o Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
o Proven ability to manage and align diverse stakeholder groups, including senior leadership.
5. Leadership and Team Management:
o Experience managing cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment.
o Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
6. Other Skills:
o Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
o Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
o Familiarity with change management principles and practices.