HR Projects Specialist

Macmillan Davies; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks an HR Projects Specialist for a 12-month fixed-term contract in Manchester. This hybrid role requires proactive project coordination skills, HR experience, and a detail-oriented approach to implementing global HR systems initiatives. Join a collaborative team to facilitate change and support international HR operations.

Benefits

Competitive bonus scheme

Comprehensive benefits package including private health care

Strong pension contribution

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HR project support or coordination.
• Strong grounding in HR with hands-on involvement in HR systems implementation.
• Ability to work independently and navigate complex global organizations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate training logistics and activities across project modules.
• Track timelines, manage communications, and keep projects on schedule.
• Support data analysis and reporting tasks in collaboration with HR colleagues.

Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Data Analysis

Project Coordination

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Experience in HR

Generalist background preferred

Tools

Excel

Job description

HR Projects Specialist
Manchester City Centre (Hybrid - 2-3 days in-office)
12-Month Fixed-Term Contract
£45,000 - £60,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Be a part of global transformation in HR.

We're hiring an HR Projects Specialist for a 12-month fixed-term role at the heart of a major HR transformation. If you're a proactive, detail-driven professional with a passion for HR systems and stakeholder collaboration, this is a unique opportunity to join a fast-paced international business at a pivotal moment.

Based in Manchester, with a flexible hybrid working model, you'll play a vital role in implementing and embedding global HR systems and initiatives - supported by a collaborative, high-performing global HR team.

The Role

You'll work across global and local teams, helping drive the successful implementation of enterprise-wide HR solutions. You'll join at a critical stage of the project as the business prepares for a number of module rollouts later this year.

This role is well-suited to someone who enjoys project coordination and stakeholder engagement - bringing a PMO-style mindset into the HR space.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate training logistics and activities across project modules
• Track timelines, manage communications, and keep projects on schedule
• Facilitate workshops and follow up on actions with relevant stakeholders
• Maintain alignment across teams by managing engagement and communication
• Monitor progress, provide updates, and report insights to senior stakeholders
• Support data analysis and reporting tasks in collaboration with HR colleagues

About You

We're looking for an HR professional who thrives in a collaborative, project-driven environment.

You'll bring:

• Proven experience in HR project support or coordination
• Strong grounding in HR - maybe from a generalist background
• Ideally hands-on involvement in HR systems implementation
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Solid Excel/data analysis skills
• A detail-oriented, organised approach with the ability to work independently
• Experience navigating complex, matrixed global organisations

What's on Offer?

• Salary £48,000 - £58,000 per annum
• Competitive bonus scheme
• 12-month FTC starting ASAP
• Hybrid Work: 2-3 days a week in Manchester city centre office
• Comprehensive benefits package includes Private health care and strong pension contribution

Ready to help shape the future of HR delivery in a global business?

If you enjoy variety, thrive in cross-functional teams, and want your work to drive real change - we'd love to hear from you.

To apply, contact Leanne Boddy at Macmillan Davies.