HR Projects & Policy Officer

Reed; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed in the United Kingdom is seeking an ambitious HR Projects & Policy Officer for a 6-month fixed-term contract. Based in Chelmsford with hybrid working, you will lead HR projects, develop people-focused policies, and collaborate with senior stakeholders to shape the employee experience.

You will balance day-to-day HR delivery with project work, ensure policies align with employment law, and build practical guidance for managers.

Qualifications

• Experience working within a HR environment.
• Exposure to HR projects, organisational change, or policy development.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results at pace.
• Experience analysing information and producing reports or recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a range of HR projects from planning through to delivery.
• Coordinate organisational change and transformation initiatives.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and ensure successful outcomes.
• Produce engaging reports and updates for senior leadership teams.
• Help implement innovative solutions that improve HR services and employee experience.

Skills

HR experience

HR projects

Stakeholder management

Multi-priority delivery

Data & reporting

Education

CIPD Level 5 qualification

Job description

6-Month Fixed-Term Contract Hybrid Working

Shape the Future of HR

Are you passionate about driving change, influencing strategy, and creating policies that make a real impact?

We're looking for an ambitious and proactive HR Projects & Policy Officer to join a forward-thinking HR team during an exciting period of transformation. This is a newly created role where you'll have the opportunity to lead meaningful HR initiatives, develop people-focused policies, and work closely with senior stakeholders on projects that shape the employee experience.

This position is offered on an initial 6-month fixed-term contract due to an ongoing review of the wider HR Services structure, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, challenge, and the chance to make an immediate difference.

What You'll Be Doing

Drive Strategic HR Projects

• Lead and support a range of HR projects from planning through to delivery.
• Coordinate organisational change and transformation initiatives.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and ensure successful outcomes.
• Produce engaging reports and updates for senior leadership teams.
• Help implement innovative solutions that improve HR services and employee experience.

Influence HR Policy & Best Practice

• Review, develop, and implement HR policies and procedures.
• Ensure policies remain aligned with employment legislation and best practice.
• Research emerging trends and recommend improvements to people practices.
• Create clear, practical guidance and supporting documentation for managers and employees.
• Contribute to the development of a modern, inclusive, and people-focused HR framework.

Build Relationships & Drive Engagement

• Work collaboratively with managers, employees, and key stakeholders.
• Support consultation exercises and change programmes.
• Deliver clear communications to drive engagement and understanding.
• Provide expert guidance on policies and associated HR processes.

Champion Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiencies.
• Develop toolkits, resources, FAQs, and guidance materials.
• Support training sessions and workshops across the organisation.
• Contribute to a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

What We're Looking For

You’ll be a confident HR professional who enjoys balancing operational delivery with project-based work.

Essential Experience

• Experience working within a HR environment.
• Exposure to HR projects, organisational change, or policy development.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results at pace.
• Experience analysing information and producing reports or recommendations.

Skills & Knowledge

• Good understanding of UK employment legislation and HR best practice.
• Excellent written communication and policy drafting skills.
• Strong organisational and project management capabilities.
• Confident communicator with a proactive and solutions-focused approach.
• Ability to work independently while building strong working relationships.

Desirable

• CIPD Level 5 qualified or studying towards qualification.
• Experience working within a large, complex organisation.
• Knowledge of organisational development or change management initiatives.