HR Program Manager

ZipRecruiter; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A contracting firm in City of Edinburgh is seeking a Lead for HR and OD systems improvement. This hybrid role involves managing projects, engaging stakeholders, and leading a team to enhance HR services. The ideal candidate should have experience in managing complex HR systems and projects. This position is inside IR35 and requires a valid Basic Disclosure Scotland.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing complex HR and OD systems.
• Ability to engage with various stakeholders effectively.
• Skills in project/programme methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and delivery of HR and OD systems improvements.
• Manage a small team and ensure compliance with policies.
• Identify opportunities for efficiency and quality improvements.

Skills

Managing complex projects/programmes and teams

Developing/managing HR/OD systems and databases

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.