Project Manager

X4 Technology; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consultancy seeks an experienced Transition Project Manager for a high-impact 12-month assignment. This role focuses on M&A integration and the transition of HR Shared Services to low-cost locations, requiring strong project management and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven track record managing complex transition and transformation programmes.
• Strong background in HR Shared Services design, set-up, and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end transition and transformation projects.
• Design, build, and implement HR Shared Services in new geographies.
• Manage global stakeholders and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Thinking

HR Shared Services

Job description

Direct message the job poster from X4 Technology

Job Title: Transition Project Manager (M&A / HR Shared Services)

Location: Remote with occasional international travel as required

Job Type: 12 Months (Outside IR35)

Interview Process: One stage

We are partnering with a leading global consultancy to recruit an experienced Transition Project Manager for a high-impact 12-month assignment. This role will support transformational M&A and operational movement projects, with a focus on transitioning business operations and HR Shared Services to low-cost delivery locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end transition and transformation projects, specifically around M&A integration and the movement of operations to low-cost countries
• Design, build, and implement HR Shared Services in new geographies
• Assess current operational models and define the most effective future-state set-up
• Develop transition strategies, manage execution plans, and ensure seamless operational handovers
• Drive outsourcing initiatives where appropriate, ensuring cost efficiency and performance integrity
• Act as a strategic advisor to senior stakeholders, providing insights and updates with clarity and confidence
• Navigate ambiguity to create structure, drive outcomes rapidly, and keep momentum across complex programmes
• Manage global stakeholders and cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment and accountability

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven track record managing complex transition and transformation programmes, ideally within M&A contexts
• Strong background in HR Shared Services design, set-up, and implementation
• Experience with outsourcing to low-cost countries (desirable)
• Extensive project management experience in global, fast-paced environments
• Executive presence and credibility at C-suite level
• Able to deliver with speed to outcome, operate with ambiguity, and move projects forward proactively
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills
• A strategic thinker with hands-on delivery capability
• Work with a top-tier global consultancy on a high-profile strategic programme
• High-impact role with C-level visibility
• Autonomy and influence in shaping future-state operating models

This is a senior level role. The VP mentioned to me personally that they are seeking someone with gravitas and executive presence. If you are serious about this opportunity please apply or connect with me directly and I will be in touch.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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