Job description

Job Title: HR Project & Change Manager

Location: Hybrid – London (2days/week Onsite)

Duration: 12months

Description

The Human Resources (HR) Project and Change Manager will report to the Project Sponsors and will be responsible for managing HR and other organisation-wide people-related projects, ensuring that they align with the Company’s goals and are completed on time and within budget. This role will involve coordinating between various departments managing resources and providing strategic direction on HR and organisation-wide initiatives.

The role will also lead on change management for these projects, undertaking robust Change Impact Assessments and working with stakeholders to develop and deliver change and transition management plans. They will be responsible for communications planning and delivery, working closely together with internal comms and HR Workstream team members.

Responsibilities

• Project Planning and Execution: Develop comprehensive project plans, define project scope, allocate resources, and establish timelines. Ensure projects are executed efficiently and meet deadlines.

• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including senior management, department heads, and employees, to gather requirements and provide project updates.

• Resource Allocation: Identify, allocate, and manage resources necessary to achieve project goals. Ensure optimal use of manpower, technology, and budget.

• Risk and Issue Management: Identify potential project risks and issues and proactively develop mitigation plans to minimise impact. Monitor project progress and adjust plans as necessary to address emerging challenges.

• Performance Monitoring: Track project performance using appropriate tools and techniques. Measure success against established metrics and provide detailed reports to stakeholders.

• Strategic Planning: Align HR projects with the organisation’s strategic goals. Provide strategic input to ensure HR initiatives support business objectives.

• Change Management: Manage change within the organisation by developing strategies to minimise resistance and ensure smooth transitions.

• Business Case Management: Working with HR Workstream Lead/Team and the nominated analyst in Finance, ensuring a full and comprehensive business case is developed.

• Data and document management: Establishing and maintaining the highest level of care and control across the team with all sensitive data.

Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. Or qualified by relevant experience.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in senior HR project management or a related field. Proven track record in managing complex projects.

• Deep knowledge of operating model components: people, process, technology, governance and data.

• Ability to align TOM with business strategy and objectives.

• Assessing current state vs. Future state and identifying transformation gaps.

• Significant end-to-end experience in leading HR projects for mergers and acquisitions and post-merger integrations.

• Significant experience in change management and communications.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Trello), HRIS systems, and office suite software.

• Strong verbal and written communication abilities. Capacity to convey project details and updates clearly to diverse audiences.

• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and motivate team members to achieve project goals.

• Strong problem-solving abilities and capability to analyse project data to make informed decisions.

• Strong relationship-building skills and ability to interact positively with various stakeholders, including C-Suite / Board level.

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