Project Manager, HRIS Implementation

St Austell Brewery; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK brewery is seeking an experienced Project Manager to implement a new HRIS. This role involves strategic project planning and stakeholder engagement, alongside managing resources and risks. The successful candidate will possess a degree in Project Management or Business and relevant certifications. The position offers various benefits including discounts in pubs, career progression, and learning opportunities.

Benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Career progression

30% off food and drink in our pubs

50% off overnight stays in our pubs

Cycle to work scheme

Family-friendly policies

Paid time off to volunteer for charity

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex, high-impact projects, ideally within HR or HRIS environments.
• Demonstrable experience of leading cross-functional teams and influencing at a senior level.
• Highly adaptable, resilient, and committed to continuous improvement and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Project Planning & Governance.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Influence.
• Resource & Change Management.
• Risk, Issue, and Opportunity Management.
• Post Project Evaluation & Benefits Realisation.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Change Management

Risk Management

Analytical Skills

Education

Degree-level qualification in Project Management or Business

Recognised project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP)

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to lead the successful implementation of a new HRIS (Human Resources Information System) across our organisation. As part of our HR team, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering a transformative project that will shape the future of our people processes. You’ll be responsible for defining and executing the project vision, ensuring every stage aligns with our long‑term business strategy and HR transformation roadmap.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Project Planning & Governance.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Influence.
• Resource & Change Management.
• Risk, Issue, and Opportunity Management.
• Post Project Evaluation & Benefits Realisation.

Qualifications

• Degree‑level qualification in Project Management, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Recognised project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP, AgilePM).
• Experience managing complex, high‑impact projects, ideally within HR or HRIS environments.
• Demonstrable experience of leading cross‑functional teams and influencing at a senior level.
• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and the ability to align project delivery with organisational goals.
• Advanced stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to challenge and influence at all levels.
• Proven track record of delivering projects on time, within scope and budget, and realising business benefits.
• Highly organised and able to prioritise multiple activities.
• Highly adaptable, resilient, and committed to continuous improvement and innovation.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and presentation skills.

Benefits

• Learning and development opportunities.
• Career progression.
• 30% off food and drink in our pubs and 50% off overnight stays in our pubs.
• Westfield Rewards, including discounts and rewards from hundreds of leading retailers, restaurants, and destinations.
• Cycle to work scheme on select roles.
• Family‑friendly policies.
• Paid time off to volunteer for charity.