Human Resources Project Lead
16 days ago
Hounslow
HR Project Lead (6–9 Month Contract) Sector: Transportation & Facilities Management Location: Hybrid (1–2 days per week near Heathrow) Are you an experienced HR transformation specialist with a track record of turning reactive HR teams into strategic, forward-thinking People Functions? A leading organisation in the transportation and facilities management sector is looking for an HR Project Lead to drive a major modernisation programme. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a large, complex People Function—creating clarity, capability and structure while partnering closely with senior HR leaders. The Opportunity The People Function is embarking on a significant evolution. Currently focused on day-to-day operational challenges, the goal is to build a proactive, future-focused HR organisation, supported by clear Centres of Excellence, a strengthened HRBP model, and scalable processes that enable strategic impact. To support this shift, the business is seeking a hands-on expert who can design, lead and deliver the full end-to-end HR transformation. What You’ll Lead • Designing and delivering the full lifecycle of the HR transformation programme., • Mapping current HR structures and identifying opportunities for improved efficiency, capability and alignment., • Building future-state operating models, including CoEs, HRBP structures and Shared Services enhancements., • Developing competency frameworks, job families, job grading and organisational matrices., • Establishing processes, governance and tools that support a modern, scalable HR function., • Guiding senior HR stakeholders through change and embedding new ways of working., • Managing risks, timelines and dependencies across the transformation programme. What You’ll Bring • Strong experience leading HR transformation or HR operating model redesign., • Deep understanding of what “good” looks like in a modern HR function., • Expertise in competency frameworks, job grading, process mapping and organisational design., • Exceptional project management and stakeholder-engagement skills., • A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach with the ability to deliver at pace., • Confidence operating in environments with ongoing ER and operational challenges. Contract Details • Duration: 6–9 months, • Working Pattern: Hybrid, • On-site: 1–2 days per week near Heathrow, • Start: ASAP