HR Partner (Projects)

Hays; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established public sector organization is seeking a dynamic HR Partner / Project Specialist for a 3-month temporary role. This position focuses on assessing current HR operations and implementing strategic improvements, particularly in areas such as EDI, digital HR systems, and AI integration. The ideal candidate will have a generalist HR background, with a strong emphasis on project management and coaching. Join a supportive HR team and contribute to impactful projects that drive positive change within the organization. This role offers a hybrid working model, allowing you to balance office presence with remote work, making it an exciting opportunity for HR professionals passionate about innovation and development.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Supportive HR team

Opportunity for impactful projects

Qualifications

• Experience in HR project management and strategic HR advice.
• Ability to coach and develop HR teams and managers.

Responsibilities

• Assess current HR operations and implement improvements.
• Lead various HR projects, including EDI and digital HR systems.

Skills

HR Project Management

Strategic HR Advice

Coaching and Development

EDI Initiatives

Digital HR Systems

AI Integration

Education

Degree in Human Resources or related field

CIPD qualification

Tools

HR Information Systems

Job description

Join a longstanding public sector organisation known for its commitment to excellence and innovation. This organisation is currently in a period of review and is looking for a temporary HR Partner / Project Specialist to join them for a 3-month period, to assess current ways of working, provide solutions / improvements and support with various upcoming initiatives.

Some of the upcoming, specific areas of focus include EDI, digitisation, HR system upgrade/implementation, engagement, AI, environmental sustainability and upskilling management (relating to Complex ER Processes).

Your New Role

As HR Partner, you will assess current operations and implement improvements, driving positive change and, overall, making a meaningful impact on the organisation.The ideal candidate will possess a generalist background, which includes previous experience of providing strategic advice to managers and business leaders across a variety of HR matters.

To be a success in this role, you will have a coaching style that fosters development and improvement across various project strands and have the ability to seamlessly integrate into the team, bringing fresh ideas and suggestions for the enhancement of processes and practices.

(An understanding of public sector governance is desirable).

As a Temporary HR Partner - Projects, you will:

* Assess the business and provide hands-on support.
* Lead and support various HR projects, including EDI initiatives, digital HR systems implementation, and AI integration, plus others.
* Act as a liaison between the service centre and HR partners, ensuring efficient communication and support.
* Analyse staff survey results and disseminate findings to management teams, utilising the results and looking to implement new ways of working.
* Provide coaching and advice to managers and business leaders on HR processes and improvements.
* Support the service centre in handling complex queries and translating policies.

Benefits

* 35 hours per week with a hybrid working model (1 day a week in the Manchester office).
* Opportunity to work on impactful projects and contribute to organisational improvements.
* Be a part of a supportive and collaborative HR team.

If you are a dynamic HR professional with a passion for HR project management, strategy and process improvement, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join the team and help drive positive change within this organisation!

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