Finance Shared Service Transition Lead

3 weeks ago


Leeds, United Kingdom Investigo Full time

**Posted**

17 March 2024

**Salary**

**£625 - £700 per day**

**Location**

Leeds

**Job type**
- Contract

**Discipline**
- Change Management

**Reference**

BBBH163735_1710702458

**Contact Name**

Kieran Singh

**_Shared Service Transition Lead (Interim)_**
- Leeds, UK (Hybrid, 2-3 days per week in the office)
- 12 month contract initially
- Day rate: £625 to £700 (Outside IR35)

Investigo are currently seeking a driven Shared Service Transition Lead to support our client on an interim basis, playing a key role in the contribution to the transformation of our client's shared service operations.

**Responsibilities**:

- Lead the transition of shared services functions, ensuring seamless integration and optimisation of processes.
- Develop and execute transition plans, timelines, and milestones to achieve project objectives.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, identify opportunities for improvement, and drive change initiatives.
- Oversee communication strategies to ensure all stakeholders are informed and engaged throughout the transition process.
- Provide guidance and support to project teams, ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives.
- Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project delivery.
- Drive continuous improvement efforts to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of shared service operations.

**Experience**:

- Proven experience leading shared service transition projects
- Analytical mindset with the ability to identify opportunities for process improvement and optimisation.
- Knowledge of Procure to Pay, Order to Cash, and Record to Report processes
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Be able to lead a large team of 80+ talented professionals
- Flexibility to work in a dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities



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