Director of HR Enhancement Project

The University is looking for a dynamic, change leader with extensive experience in HR transformation. The role will play a pivotal part in continuing to drive forward the delivery phase of the most ambitious enhancement of our people services function in recent years which is well underway with significant progress and outcomes already achieved. The role holder will lead the HR Project Team, a mix of permanently assigned resource and matrix management of resource in delivery teams and be required to quickly develop strong relationships with senior stakeholders and users across the University. The role requires you to bring extensive experience across the full HR lifecycle ideally with knowledge gained across a number of organisations / industries, able to create a positive environment to challenge the status quo and bring to life best practice to help achieve the best outcomes for the University and our staff. Reporting directly to the Vice Principal for People and Governance who also serves as the Project Sponsor and work closely with the HR Director and the HR Senior Leadership Team to support effective implementation. The role will initially be for a 2-year fixed term basis with an expectation it may well extend beyond this as part of the wider change agenda. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a major journey of change toward a more modern approach to people management and engagement. In addition to the salary on offer for this position, there are a wide range of benefits for staff working at the University of St Andrews. The package for the Director of HR Enhancement Project includes: Financial contribution to relocation (Subject to eligibility) Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution of 14.5% A hybrid working environment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family friendly policies, supporting work-life balance Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme 34 Days Annual Leave plus 5 Public Holidays. Closing Date: 20 March 2026 Interview Date: 16 April 2026 Please quote ref: AD2881LS Job Description: AD2881LSFPs.pdf Human Resources Salary: £59,967 - £67,469 per annum Start Date: As soon as possible Fixed Term for 2 Years