Project Management Office (PMO) Manager

About the Company At Avaron, you get the security of permanent employment combined with the variety of working at different customers. We place specialists across everything from tech, IT and industry to project management and business support – and whatever the assignment, you have a consultant manager who is there for you and your development. About the Role You will take a key role in a large-scale international transformation focused on payroll, HR processes, and connected systems. This assignment centers on end-to-end payroll system implementations across multiple countries, with a strong emphasis on discovery, governance, compliance, and a smooth transition into operations. You will work close to stakeholders across HR, IT, Finance, vendors, and the business, helping shape future-state solutions for Payroll, Employee Life Cycle, and Time & Attendance. This is a great fit if you enjoy combining strategic leadership with hands-on execution in a complex global environment where you can make a clear and lasting impact. Job DescriptionYou will lead payroll implementation projects from initiation through go-live and stabilization. You will drive country-specific discovery workshops to understand current processes and define future-state ways of working. You will set scope, milestones, deliverables, timelines, and governance for the project. You will create and maintain project plans, RAID logs, and status reporting for senior stakeholders. You will coordinate closely with HR, IT, Finance, payroll vendors, and business stakeholders across countries and functions. You will manage payroll system implementations, integrations, and data migration activities. You will ensure alignment with local payroll legislation, tax regulations, and internal governance. You will facilitate workshops, capture business requirements, and turn them into functional specifications. You will oversee SIT, UAT, parallel payroll runs, defect management, and deployment activities. You will follow up on resources, timelines, risks, and overall delivery to keep the program on track. You will support change management, training, knowledge transfer, and handover to operational support. You will provide clear updates to senior leadership and project sponsors. RequirementsMinimum 5 years of Project Management experience within Payroll, HR Transformation, or HRIS implementations. Proven experience leading payroll implementation projects in managed services environments. Strong hands-on experience with Workday. Demonstrated experience building and managing Workday-to-Payroll integrations. Solid understanding of payroll operations, compliance, and governance. Experience working with global, cross-functional teams. Strong stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills. Fluent English, written and spoken. Nice to haveExperience with Strada payroll implementations. Experience supporting divestments, carve-outs, or business separation projects. Experience working in complex, multinational organizations. Relevant Project Management certification such as PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, or equivalent. What We OfferPermanent employment at Avaron AB Occupational pension Wellness allowance of SEK 5,000 per year Application Selections are made on an ongoing basis – apply as soon as you can.

The opportunity For this position, we are looking for a collaborative, teamwork-oriented manager with a strong interest in cybersecurity and a willingness to share experience and guidance. We would welcome applications from experienced professionals who are keen to take their careers to the next level. To excel in this position, you will need to understand the Cybersecurity trends and regulatory challenges and work proactively to be one step ahead. At HVDC our Cybersecurity function is split into two teams. You will be heading the Engineering part of the Cybersecurity function with our Project Cybersecurity Leads, Engineers and Risk Assessment Engineers. They are deeply involved in project execution, tendering and other various development activities. Your task is to support, guide, strengthen and empower the team and you will work with other managers across HVDC to ensure the right and relevant tasks and Divisions of Work for the team Your Responsibilities Support the team in their day-to-day activities. Ensure relevant involvement in all projects at HVDC (Customer and R&D). Ensure the team has all the tools and applications needed to support the tasks. Participating in Project Reviews were necessary. As Cybersecurity Engineering manager you will be able to answer most questions regarding Technology, best-practice, Laws, Standards and Directives. For ongoing tenders, you will be involved in contractual and legal discussions for cybersecurity related questions together with our contract managers and legal specialists and counsels. Your background You have documented experience from leading positions such as team leader and/or Project Management. Knowledge of one or more critical infrastructure regulations such as NIS/NIS2, NERC-CIP. Knowledge regarding one or more protective security laws such as the Swedish Protective Security Act, National Security Act (UK) and more. Knowledge and experience from cybersecurity/information security frameworks such as ISO 27001, IEC62443, NIST CSF, You are an engaged person who thrives in a constantly changing environment and enjoys collaboration with employees, peers and beyond. As you will be part of a company that operates on a global arena, fluency in English is required. What we offer Collective agreement Flexible working time Health care and wellness allowance Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase Various trainings and education supporting employee development​ Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden Supplementary compensation for parental leave Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks More benefits could be connected to this specific role More about us Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today! Recruiting Manager Björn Löfgren, bjorn.x.lofgren@hitachienergy.com will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Nawzad Rashid, +46 107-38 91 48; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, +46 107-38 21 85; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 10 7387043. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Fredrik Söder, fredrik.soder@hitachienergy.com.