HCM Global Functionality Programme Director (Hiring Immediately)

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Why we're hiring:

WPP is at the forefront of the marketing and advertising industry's largest transformation. Our Global CIO is leading a significant evolution of our Enterprise Technology capabilities, bringing together over 2,500 technology professionals into an integrated global team. This team will play a crucial role in enabling the ongoing transformation of our agencies and functions.

A dedicated Programme Director is needed to orchestrate the people side of this transformation, ensuring that new ways of working are adopted, benefits are realised, and change fatigue is minimised

WPPs HCM Global Functionality Programme will expand and enhance the functionality of the centralised Workday HCM platform and template across the globe , simplifying and unifying people operations across WPP agencies .

WPP is embarking on a major 3-year Transformation to simplify, modernise, and unify its technology platforms across the group. This change is critical to:

• Enable cost-effective transformation and operational efficiency

• Accelerate adoption of AI, data, and digital platforms

• Ensure consistent delivery of value and benefits across all agencies and markets

• Minimise disruption and maximise engagement during large-scale change

What you'll be doing:

• Develop the global vision and roadmap for the programme

• Build strong relationships with leaders to influence and drive collaboration

• Establish and lead transformation programmes across WPP Enterprise Technology

• Ensure deliverables are of the highest quality with clearly articulated scope and quantifiable business benefits

• Be accountable for programme definition, planning, orchestration, and delivery

• Identify, define and manag]]>