HR Program Manager

Harvey Nash Group; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment company is seeking a contract Programme Lead to oversee HR and OD systems improvements in Edinburgh. You will manage a small team, budget, and ensure adherence to council policies. The ideal candidate has experience in managing complex projects and HR systems development. This role offers a hybrid working model and is deemed Inside IR35.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing complex projects and teams.
• Proven track record in HR/OD systems development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver HR and OD systems improvement programmes.
• Manage a small team and ensure compliance with policies.

Skills

Managing complex projects/programmes

Developing/managing HR/OD systems

Presenting complex information clearly

Engaging diverse stakeholders

Budget management

Job description

Overview

Program | 6 Month Contract | Inside IR35 | Hybrid | Starting ASAP

Day Rate: TBC

About the Role

Lead the planning, development, and delivery of HR and OD systems improvement programmes, focusing on automation, self-service, reporting, and enhanced customer experience. Manage a small team, budgets, and ensure compliance with council policies.

Main Duties

• Programme Delivery: Initiate, implement, and monitor systems development projects; produce reports and business cases.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Advise SMT, Members, and services on HR/OD systems; liaise with software providers and external partners.
• Change & Improvement: Identify opportunities for efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction improvements.
• Team Leadership: Line-manage systems development staff; support skills development and workforce planning.
• Budget & Compliance: Manage resources within budget; ensure adherence to council regulations and health & safety standards.
• Quality Assurance: Maintain performance reporting systems and deliver agreed outcomes.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Managing complex projects/programmes and teams.
• Developing/managing HR/OD systems and databases.
• Presenting complex information clearly.
• Engaging diverse stakeholders; budget management (desirable).
• HR/OD systems, project/programme methodologies, political context.

This role has been deemed Inside IR35 by the client. Applicants must hold, or be happy to apply for, a valid Basic Disclosure Scotland. Please click the link to apply.