ERP Programme Manager (12 Month FTC)

The ERP programme manager will be responsible for delivering a strategic and complex programme that will transform the way our business operates and supports its employees and clients. You will be programme managing a team of people and partners to design and configure the new Microsoft Dynamics based ERP solution, migrating data and processes from the legacy system, ensuring a smooth transition and adoption by the full business and the handover to support for ongoing management.

This is a 12-month fixed term contract position.

Key responsibilities:

• Define and manage the programme scope, objectives, budget, timeline, and deliverables.
• Establish and maintain effective governance, communication, and stakeholder management processes.
• Lead and coordinate the programme team, including internal and external resources, vendors, and consultants.
• Manage our two primary vendors – Microsoft and Infinity
• Oversee the design, configuration, testing, and deployment of the new ERP solution using your expertise of business process, ensuring alignment with the business requirements and best practices.
• Manage the data migration, integration, and security aspects of the programme.
• Plan and execute the change management, training, and support activities to ensure a successful adoption and benefits realisation.
• Monitor and control the programme performance, risks, issues, and dependencies, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Report on the programme status, progress, and outcomes to the senior management and relevant stakeholders
• Manage programme resource, including vendors

• A proven track record of delivering ERP programmes in professional services environments on time, within budget, and with high quality.
• A solid understanding of ERP systems, processes, and best practices, preferably with exposure to different ERP vendors and platforms.
• Strong experience with Microsoft Dynamics, particularly Project Operations and Business Central
• A strong knowledge of the professional services industry, including its business models, operations, and challenges.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and support senior stakeholders, manage vendors, and lead teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to handle ambiguity and complexity.
• Highly organised, proactive, and results-oriented, with a focus on delivering value and benefits.

Newton maximises the potential of our people, whether in client-based consulting roles, or in head office functions. The prospects for career and personal development in this role are no exception. Our business continues to grow, through our historically effective organic recruitment model and in addition our recent aquisitions and commitment to international expansion. This business growth, alongside our continual striving to add more value from every function of the business creates significant opportunities for those with the right capabilities and attitudes.

Supporting you starts from day one. New joiners often highlight the Newton energy and support they first encounter in the recruitment process and that continues through into their time at Newton. Once in role, you’ll get support from several sources – from stretching projects, on-the-job feedback and developmental guidance from senior directors and partners.

We offer a highly competitive salary (£85,000 - £95,000) and our generous benefits package includes Life Assurance, Income Protection, pension contributions and 30 days holiday (not including bank holidays). We also operate a profit share bonus which is based on company performance and typically paid out in March and September.

Joining us also brings many social benefits. We have a full social calendar with Autumn and Spring activity days, Christmas events, a 2-day Summer event and 4 Newton-sponsored weekends a year.