HRIS Project Manager (8 month Maternity Cover)

At Karl Lagerfeld, the HRIS Project Manager will play a critical role in managing and optimizing HR systems and projects during a key transformation period.

This role will oversee the HRIS team, ensure successful implementation and adoption of new systems, and collaborate cross-functionally to improve processes, data accuracy, and operational efficiency.

Role Overview

The HRIS Project Manager will play a critical role in managing and optimizing HR systems and projects during a key transformation period.

This role will oversee the HRIS team, ensure successful implementation and adoption of new systems, and collaborate cross-functionally to improve processes, data accuracy, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the HRIS team of a HRIS Specialist and a Data Analyst.
• Collaborate closely with HR Operations and Payroll to drive process improvements and ensure data accuracy for payroll processes.
• Oversee the ongoing ADP Lyric implementation, ensuring timelines are met and managing associated change, training, and adoption across our retail and corporate sectors.
• Drive adoption of the new HCM system (go-live June 2026) across both sectors.
• Partner with the IT team on cross-functional projects involving HR systems and integrations.
• Support the Internal Controls department with audit requirements, including aiding in creating and performing compliance controls.
• Align with the HR Business Partnering team to digitize performance and talent management processes within our new HCM.
• Work with the Talent Acquisition team to support the ADP Recruitment Management implementation project.
• Work closely with Retail stores and the Retail Operations department on the Workforce Manager project.
• Collaborate with the Learning & Development team on the ADP LMS project, supporting the development of training materials such as walkthroughs, documentation, and in-person training sessions.

Experience & Expertise

We are seeking a candidate with strong experience working with parent-subsidy structures, and in implementing and managing Human Capital Management (HCM) systems; experience with ADP is extremely advantageous. The ideal candidate will bring valuable insight from previous HCM implementations to help drive progress, optimize system usage, and ensure a strong return on investment (ROI) for our new HCM platform. A proactive mindset, strong stakeholder management skills, and the ability to lead change across diverse business environments are essential.

Why #TEAMKARL? (HQ)

• Learning and development courses/training
• Opportunity to make an impact
• Remote working arrangements
• Relocation allowance
• Bonus holidays
• Working in the heart of Amsterdam
• Brand discounts
• Exclusive sample sales only for #TEAMKARL