Portfolio & CX Strategy Lead for HR Executives

Barclays UK; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major financial institution in London is looking for a Portfolio Business Manager to join their HR Team. This role involves driving the HR strategy, managing key projects, and providing strategic support to senior executives. The ideal candidate should possess exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, experience in complex organizations, and a strong background in data-driven decision-making. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract offering the opportunity to influence HR initiatives within a leading firm.

Qualifications

• Ability to build strong relationships and communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
• Experience in influencing within complex, matrixed environments.
• Highly organized with experience managing multiple projects concurrently.
• Expertise in leveraging data analytics to inform strategic decisions.
• Skilled in crafting narratives and delivering presentations to executives.
• Experience in multi-year transformation road-maps and change management.
• Adept at representing senior executives in high-stakes situations.
• Ability to adapt, learn, and deliver across diverse functions.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic support to senior executives in developing business strategies.
• Manage colleague engagement planning and communication channels.
• Monitor and report on key projects, ensuring they stay on track.
• Identify and implement best practices to enhance operational efficiency.
• Develop performance reporting metrics that align with strategic objectives.
• Support leadership in talent development and succession planning.
• Assist with risk management and crisis response planning.
• Implement governance frameworks that support senior leadership structures.

Skills

Exceptional Stakeholder Engagement

Proven Success in Matrixed Organizations

Advanced Organizational and Multitasking Skills

Data-Driven Decision Making

Executive-Level Communication & Storytelling

Portfolio & Change Leadership

Trusted Executive Delegate

Versatility & Agility

Job description

A major financial institution in London is looking for a Portfolio Business Manager to join their HR Team. This role involves driving the HR strategy, managing key projects, and providing strategic support to senior executives. The ideal candidate should possess exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, experience in complex organizations, and a strong background in data-driven decision-making. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract offering the opportunity to influence HR initiatives within a leading firm.