Digital HR Systems Project Manager / Business Analyst

Pernod Ricard USA; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the spirits industry is seeking a Business Analyst in Glasgow to oversee the Time and Attendance Harmonisation Initiative. This role requires strong project management and analytical skills, with opportunities to work in a hybrid environment. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in HR processes and will be responsible for aligning business objectives with technology solutions.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Income protection

Employee Assistance Programme

28 days annual holiday

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Business Analyst, particularly in HR.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g. Prince 2, Agile).
• Experience with Time and Attendance systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of the Time and Attendance Harmonisation Initiative.
• Conduct analysis of current processes and gather business requirements.
• Collaborate with IT to implement system enhancements.

Skills

Business Analysis

Project Management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Tools

MS Project

JIRA

Job description

Your Manager

James McIntosh, Head of HR Operations

Team

HR Operations

Location

Glasgow Based with Hybrid working offered 2 days a week. We operate a hybrid working approach, which allows you to manage your time between home and office. The role will require limited travel across the UK.

Be part of something big

We are Pernod Ricard, a leading company in the global wines and spirits industry with over 19,000 employees globally. We own 16 of the world’s top 100 Spirits Brands and hold one of the most prestigious and comprehensive brand portfolios in the industry with 240 premium brands available in over 160 countries, including: Absolut vodka, Ballantine’s, Chivas Regal, Royal Salute, and The Glenlivet Scotch whiskies, Jameson Irish whiskey, Martell cognac, Havana Club rum, Beefeater, Malfy and Monkey 47 gins, Malibu liqueur, Mumm and Perrier-Jouët champagnes as well Jacob’s Creek, Brancott Estate and Campo Viejo wines.

Here in the UK

In the UK, Pernod Ricard is made up of 4 businesses:

• Pernod Ricard UK, which markets, sells and distributes our products in the UK market
• Chivas Brothers, the largest brand company in the Group, responsible for the production and management of our award‑winning Scotch whisky portfolio
• Pernod Ricard Global Travel Retail, the global and EMEA home of the group’s duty free, air travel and cruises business
• The Absolut Group, the brand owner of our global white spirits portfolio, whose Gin brand unit and Business Acceleration team sit in London

We are an organisation of 2,000 employees in the UK, headquartered in London, in a brand‑new office designed with sustainability, ‘conviviality’ and collaboration in mind. We also have offices in Scotland and various distilleries and production sites across the UK from Plymouth to London to Speyside.

Your new team

This position sits in our Chivas Brothers business. At Chivas Brothers, our 1,600‑strong team across 27 sites is committed to upholding the heritage of Scotch and ensuring its sustainable future, as well as opening it up to new audiences across the globe.

Your unique contribution

This role will be responsible for overseeing the successful execution of the Time and Attendance Harmonisation Initiative. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills and project management expertise to ensure the alignment of business objectives with technology solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of the Time and Attendance Harmonisation Initiative.
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and support cost schedule creation.
• Coordinate cross‑functional project teams and manage stakeholder communications.
• Monitor project progress and resolve issues to ensure timely completion.
• Prepare and present project updates to senior management.

Business Analysis

• Conduct thorough analysis of current time and attendance processes and payroll systems.
• Gather and document business requirements through stakeholder interviews and workshops.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and system enhancements.
• Collaborate with IT and business units to design and implement solutions that meet business needs.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation, including business requirements, process flows, and user guides.

Who you’ll be working with

• Internally, you’ll work with the HR Operations team as well as the wider HR Team, and with the Global Technology team.
• Externally, your contacts will be external vendors including consultancies supporting the overall tech project.

Your blend of talent

• Have proven experience as a Business Analyst, working within HR primarily focused on core process design, payroll or Time and Attendance system initiatives.
• Have a working Knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g. Prince 2, Agile, Waterfall).
• Demonstrate proficiency in project management tools (e.g. MS Project, JIRA) and business analysis techniques.
• Possess exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment.
• Perhaps have PMP or CBAP certification which is a plus.
• May have experience on projects and with vendors in the Manufacturing space.

Our mix of benefits

For your health, we offer private medical insurance, income protection and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.

Our lifestyle benefits include 28 days’ annual holiday, your employee pension, share incentive plan, season ticket loans, payroll giving and more!

You can access lots of gifts & discounts, including an allowance each year to spend on our brands in our staff shop and employee discounts from a range of high street retailers.

We have regular events in our very own office bar, employee‑run networks, a culture of flexibility and trust and a variety of tools and resources to help you focus on your wellbeing and mental fitness.

Conviviality: the Pernod Ricard Way

We have our own way of doing things. We call it conviviality! It’s our way of being, and something unique you feel and experience when working for Pernod Ricard.

We’re committed to conviviality, and with this, you’ll be Proud to Belong to our Pernod Ricard family. You’ll be Empowered to Perform, supported to succeed, and acknowledged for the value you bring.

We combine all this with our Commitment to Care: we are unlocking the magic of human connection to transform our industry and make a positive impact on the world through our strong focus on sustainability and responsibility.

We’re committed to diversity and inclusion

People are at the heart of everything we do at Pernod Ricard and are the foundation of our collective spirit as ‘Créateurs de Convivialité’.

We promote diversity and inclusion throughout our business and supply chain. In our teams, we proactively foster a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture – an environment where we can truly be ourselves.

We will assess your application for this role based on your skills, experiences and achievements, not your gender, age, ethnic or educational background or any other such factors. Please feel free to leave these off your CV and application form if you so wish.

Similarly, if you would like to discuss opportunities for flexible working or require accommodations or support to complete our application process, please let us know.

Responsible drinking

As ‘Créateurs de convivialité’, we want to turn social interactions into genuine and friendly experiences of sharing and wellbeing.

In our culture, we want to create diverse teams in which our differences contribute to our success. Therefore, all are welcome at Pernod Ricard, regardless of your religious beliefs or personal choices on the consumption of alcohol.

In our business, we work together with industry members, civil society, governments, local authorities and UN bodies to promote responsible drinking.

Job Posting End Date: 2025‑11‑20

Target Hire Date: 2026‑01‑01

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