Global HR Process & Systems Lead

Imperial Brands PLC; Bristol; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG company in Bristol seeks a Global HR Process & Systems Lead. This role involves designing and improving global HR processes, focusing on technologies like Workday and ServiceNow. The ideal candidate should have substantial HR tech experience, a strong analytical mindset, and excellent communication skills. Join a company committed to innovation and inclusivity, and shape the future of People & Culture operations.

Benefits

Comprehensive compensation package

Bonus scheme

Learning and growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in business and process analysis.
• Deep understanding of HR technologies, especially Workday and ServiceNow.
• Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to implement scalable solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and governance of global P&C processes and systems.
• Drive continuous improvements and resolve process-related issues.
• Ensure seamless integration of tech and non-tech initiatives across transformation.

Skills

Business and process analysis

HR technologies (Workday, ServiceNow)

Problem-solving

Project and change management

Communication and influencing

Data analysis and performance metrics

Tools

Workday

ServiceNow

SharePoint

Signavio

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Imperial Brands PLC

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Bristol, United Kingdom

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01.08.2025

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15.09.2025

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The Role

Join Imperial Brands as our next Global HR Process & Systems Lead and play a key role in shaping the future of our global People & Culture operations. As an inclusive, innovative global FMCG business supported by 25,000 employees, we’re driving transformation across our organisation—and our P&C function is at the heart of it. This is a unique opportunity to lead process excellence across a dynamic, international landscape, helping us deliver smarter, more connected experiences for our people.

In this high-impact role, you’ll be responsible for designing, standardising, and continuously improving global P&C processes and technologies, with a particular focus on Workday and ServiceNow. You’ll use data-driven insights and industry best practices to evaluate performance, identify inefficiencies, and implement scalable solutions. Acting as a strategic partner to IT, business units, and governance teams, you’ll ensure seamless integration and alignment across our global operations. If you’re ready to lead with purpose and make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you..

Principle Accountabilities

• Act as the go-to expert for global P&C processes and systems—leading the design, delivery, and governance of scalable, efficient solutions across Workday, ServiceNow, and beyond.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying risks, resolving issues, and recommending smart, data-informed enhancements that elevate both process performance and employee experience.
• Lead change impact assessments across the full lifecycle of transformation—from design and testing to deployment—ensuring seamless integration of both tech and non-tech initiatives.
• Champion knowledge and consistency by partnering with the Global Knowledge & Content Manager to ensure all process documentation meets global standards and is accessible, accurate, and up to date.
• Keep the employee experience front and centre by designing and implementing process changes that are intuitive, user-friendly, and aligned with our global P&C strategy.
• Monitor Workday updates and emerging industry trends, translating new capabilities into practical enhancements and proactively guiding Global Process Owners on opportunities to optimise and innovate.

Skills and Experience Required

• Proven expertise in business and process analysis, with a strong track record of designing and optimising global HR processes that drive operational excellence.
• Deep understanding of HR technologies, especially Workday, ServiceNow, and SharePoint, with hands-on experience deploying and supporting complex systems like ERPs, portals, and knowledge bases.
• Strong problem-solving mindset, with the ability to anticipate challenges, identify root causes, and implement effective, scalable solutions in a fast-paced environment.
• Skilled in project and change management, with working knowledge of methodologies that support planning, risk mitigation, and managing interdependencies across global initiatives.
• Excellent communicator and influencer, confident in engaging with senior stakeholders, cross-functional teams, and global communities to drive alignment and adoption.
• Experience in HR transformation programmes is a strong plus, along with hands-on knowledge of process improvement methodologies like Lean and Six Sigma, tools such as Signavio, and a solid grasp of data analysis, performance metrics, and benchmarking.

What We Offer

In return for playing your part in building our future, you will receive a comprehensive compensation package with salary, bonus scheme and further benefits as well inspiring places to work and collaborate with purpose. Here at Imperial we will give you the opportunity to grow and learn, innovate at pace and be a part of our purpose to forge a path to a healthier future for moments of relaxation and pleasure for our consumers.

Everyone Belongs

About Us

We're a truly international company, fourth largest in our industry and operating across 120 markets. An inclusive, innovative global FMCG business supported by 25,000 employees. As we embrace a new era of growth, we are transforming. Our ways of working and culture are driven by a challenger mindset, constantly questioning the status quo where people can bring their best selves to work. Our agility and collaboration are driving our ambitions, innovation and success all supported by our award-winning development programmes that creates exciting and rewarding career opportunities for all. Encouraging inclusion at local levels and supporting a developing and robust diversity agenda globally, we’re fully committed to creating and maintaining an environment that celebrates and respects difference.

As a matter of policy, Imperial Tobacco or its subsidiaries never requests or requires payment as part of any recruitment process.