HR Project Manager

Michael Page; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an experienced HR professional to join an international organisation on a 12-month fixed-term contract, delivering HR projects across a European business function. The role requires coordinating activities across multiple countries and reporting to a senior HR leader.

You will manage day-to-day project execution, build stakeholder relationships across HR, Finance and business functions, and support governance, risk management and documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience at Senior HR Business Partner or Head of HR level.
• Proven track record delivering complex HR projects in a commercial setting.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Experience in international or European matrix organisations.
• Excellent planning, organisation and problem-solving.
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Hands-on yet strategic when required.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day execution of assigned HR project activities.
• Coordinate project plans, milestones and deliverables.
• Build and maintain stakeholder relationships across HR, Finance and business functions.
• Support governance, reporting and project documentation.
• Identify risks, issues and dependencies.
• Facilitate meetings, workshops and updates.
• Coordinate activities across multiple countries and functions.
• Provide HR guidance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support European Works Council activities where applicable.

Skills

Senior HRBP

Head of HR

Stakeholder management

Project management

International experience

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR professional to join an international organisation on a fixed-term basis, supporting the delivery of HR projects across a European business function.

Client Details

Reporting to a senior HR leader, the successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating project activities, building stakeholder relationships and ensuring delivery against agreed objectives. Working across multiple countries and functions, you will support successful project execution within a complex and fast-paced international environment.

Description

• Manage the day-to-day execution of assigned HR project activities, ensuring delivery against agreed timelines and objectives.
• Coordinate project plans, milestones and deliverables, tracking progress and supporting successful outcomes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across HR, Finance and business functions.
• Support governance activities, reporting requirements and project documentation.
• Identify and escalation risks, issues and dependencies where appropriate.
• Facilitate meetings, workshops and project updates, ensuring effective communication across stakeholder groups.
• Coordinate activities across multiple countries and functions to support project delivery.
• Provide HR expertise and guidance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support European Works Council activities and requirements where applicable.

Profile

We are interested in speaking with experienced HR professionals who can demonstrate:

• Experience operating at Senior HR Business Partner, Head of HR or equivalent level.
• A proven track record of delivering complex HR projects within a commercial environment.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Experience working within international or European matrix organisations.
• Excellent planning, organisation and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment.
• A hands-on approach combined with the ability to operate strategically when required.

Job Offer

• UK-based role with flexible working arrangements.
• European travel may be required.
• 12-month fixed-term contract with potential extension.
• Hybrid working - Manchester location