iTrent Systems Specialist

iTrent Systems Specialist (Fixed-Term Contract)

Location: Newport (Flexible Hybrid Working)
Contract: Fixed-term until 31st May 2026
Salary: £39,199 per annum + competitive benefits

Hoop Professional Services & HR are proud to be partnering with a highly regarded organisation in Newport, urgently seeking an iTrent Systems Specialist to join their People Services team. This role offers flexible hybrid working, with just two in-person connect days per month in Newport - and the potential for remote working for the right candidate.

This is a key role within an exciting HR systems transformation project, following a recent transformation. The successful candidate will play a pivotal part in the transition to iTrent as the preferred platform, working closely with the People Systems Lead to deliver critical projects including:

• Data migration from legacy systems
• System harmonisation and configuration
• Implementation of new system modules
• Development of enhanced self-service functionalities

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the migration of employee data from legacy systems to iTrent
• Configure system workflows, batch processing, and reporting functions
• Manage technical aspects of system upgrades and module implementations
• Develop enhanced system functionalities such as e-signatures and self-service sickness reporting
• Troubleshoot system issues and provide technical support to the HR team
• Support system readiness for the integration of colleagues from the recent merger

To Succeed in This Role, You Will Bring:

• Deep technical expertise in iTrent, including workflows, batch processing, upgrades, and data conversion
• Proven experience delivering HR system data migration projects
• Strong understanding of iTrent system backend functionality
• Power BI experience is desirable but not essential
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach to technical challenges
• The ability to work independently and manage system projects to deadlines

What You Can Expect:

• Flexible hybrid working - only two monthly connect days in Newport
• Competitive benefits package including:
  • 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 after three years)
  • Auto-enrolment pension scheme
  • Flexible working hours focused on output
• The opportunity to play a critical role in a high-profile system transformation project

We welcome applications from experienced iTrent specialists looking for an exciting, project-driven role.

To learn more, please contact Emmy Bevan directly. You won’t want to miss the opportunity to play a key part in this pivotal project.

Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis due to the urgency of this appointment.