HR Project Manager (12 month FTC)

Albelli; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Albelli is seeking an HR Project Manager based in London for a 12-month FTC. The role involves leading HR transformation projects, coordinating with stakeholders, managing project teams, and ensuring timely delivery of outcomes. Ideal candidates will have proven project management expertise and a strong grasp of HR operations.

Benefits

Work-life balance with generous leave

Remote work and hybrid models

Comprehensive benefits package

Diverse, inclusive culture with social events

Qualifications

• Proven project management skills with significant experience.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, capable of influencing senior management.
• Knowledge of HR processes and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end HR transformation projects.
• Create project plans and manage risks and budgets.
• Communicate project status to senior stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Stakeholder Management

Tools

Workday

JIRA

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HR Project Manager (12 month FTC), London

Client: Albelli

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 523d78b82714

Job Views: 52

Posted: 22.06.2025

Expiry Date: 06.08.2025

Job Description:

About the Role

Managing projects end to end in support of APG's simplification strategy as part of the Group Transformation Office. Initial priority will be to support HR transformation projects, acting as an interface between HR project teams, broader APG transformation, and business stakeholders.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead a selection of medium-sized HR-related transformation projects, including HR tooling, HR process change, and governance of HR elements within broader transformation initiatives.
• Build and manage small to medium cross-functional project teams in a matrix environment.
• Set up projects independently, including objective setting and governance arrangements, using group documentation and processes.
• Create detailed project plans and roadmaps in collaboration with project teams.
• Identify, document, and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies (internal and external).
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, quality, and budget.
• Adjust plans as necessary while protecting project goals.
• Create project status reports and communicate confidently with senior stakeholders and the wider business, tailoring updates as needed.
• Resolve competing demands and conflicts within projects.
• Support the creation of project business cases.
• Manage project budgets accurately.

Impact and Contributions

• Support APG in delivering its post-merger simplification strategy, helping HR streamline tooling and processes.
• Organize a portfolio of HR projects, building teams and motivation for successful delivery.
• Ensure HR projects are executed collaboratively with the broader business and aligned with strategic goals.
• Mentor and guide less experienced team members and promote project governance culture within HR.
• Champion continuous improvement in HR Operations through project delivery.

Experience and Attributes we'd like to see

• Based in the UK with frequent travel to London (1-2 days/week) and periodic travel to other European locations.
• Proven project management skills with significant experience.
• Experience in rolling out business tools and capabilities.
• Knowledge of HR processes and compliance requirements.
• Motivated, proactive, and involved at all project levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and team management skills, emphasizing ‘people over process’.
• Ability to foster alignment and collaboration within teams and the broader business.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, capable of influencing senior management decisions.
• Good business acumen and ability to apply it to project outcomes.

Nice to have experience

• Managing projects within a strategic portfolio.
• Experience with Workday.
• Managing projects using JIRA.

What's in it for you?

• Opportunities for work-life balance with generous leave, remote work, and hybrid models.
• Comprehensive benefits package and a diverse, inclusive culture with social events.