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Objective:To lead the end-to-end technical implementation of a new Applicant Tracking System that supports the firms recruitment operations, enhances candidate and client experience, and integrates with existing business systems.Key Responsibilities:Project PlanningWork alongside the Project Lead and be the liaison between business stakeholders, IT, and the ATS vendor.Work with the Project Lead and Project Manager to develop and maintain the project plan, timeline, and deliverables.Facilitate implementation kickoff, stakeholder alignment, and regular status updates.Data Migration ApproachInventory existing data and identify all sources (legacy ATS, spreadsheets, Sharepoint) and assess data typeEvaluate data completeness, consistency and accuracyDefine scope of what data will be migratedCreate a detailed data mapping document that will align legacy fields with new ATS schemaGuide the team to clean data Collaborate with technical team to run test migrations and validate field mappingsHelp define the timing and sequencing of final data migration and system switchoverConfiguration & Customization OversightTranslate business requirements into system configurations.Collaborate with vendor and internal teams to design custom workflows, fields, and user roles.Collaborate with vendor to set up reporting.Ensure compliance with data privacy, security, and regulatory standards.Integration ManagementDefine integration architecture and data flow between ATS and other systems (M365, SAP)Coordinate API development, middleware setup, and testing.Validate integration performance and troubleshoot issues.Testing & Quality AssuranceDevelop test cases and lead user acceptance testing (UAT).Track and resolve defects and enhancement requests.Ensure system meets business and technical requirements before go-live.Training & Change ManagementDevelop training materials and conduct sessions for recruiters, hiring managers, and admins.Support change enablement efforts to drive adoption and minimize disruption.Provide post-launch support and feedback collection.Reporting & Continuous ImprovementDefine reporting requirements and dashboards for recruitment metrics.Monitor system performance and user feedback post-implementation.Recommend enhancements Deliverables:Project Charter & Implementation Plan Requirements Documentation Configuration & Integration Specifications UAT Plan & Test Results Post Implementation DocumentationTraining Materials & Adoption Strategy Post-Implementation Review ReportWhat you Demonstrate:Effective verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated ability to find solutions to cross-functional business problemsAbility to work co-operatively within a group and with colleagues at all levels of the organizationHigh energy and drive to get things done with ability to handle multiple tasksTime management and ability to handle multiple ongoing projects and responsibilitiesA clear sense of urgency to achieve results. A can-do, lets make it happen attitude and a focus on a positive customer experienceExceptional attention to detail and committed to a high degree of accuracy. Must be able to gather, prioritize and analyze information skillfullyAbility to understand how the business works and how the business works togetherAbility to develop business acumen to be able to translate business needs into technology solutionsQualifications:10+ years in software implementation projects, preferably in ATS or HRIS implementations Strong understanding of recruitment workflows and staffing operations Proven experience with system integrations and API management Strong interpersonal skills, commitment to collaboration, good judgment, analytical skills, and creative problem solving