Summary: The People Projects Consultant role involves leading the delivery of strategic People Projects within a leading financial services organization for a 6-month fixed-term contract. The consultant will collaborate with various stakeholders to drive transformation and ensure successful project outcomes aligned with business strategies. Key responsibilities include managing project delivery, developing solutions, and providing expert advice on HR policies and processes. The position requires strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills to support complex change initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Strategic People Partners to scope key projects and manage project delivery.
• Lead, design, and deliver People projects, ensuring value-add to business units and customers.
• Manage project controls and procedures, including tracking project plans, actions, risks, and dependencies.
• Develop and sustain collaborative working relationships across the organization.
• Produce and deliver presentation packs for key stakeholders.
• Deliver project communications and train managers on change-related initiatives.
• Provide expert advice on People policies, processes, and procedures.
• Analyze and report on HR metrics to develop effective solutions and strategies.
• Participate in company-wide HR-related projects.

Key Skills:

• In-depth SME knowledge in core HR areas such as Organisation Design, Wellbeing & Culture, Mergers & Acquisitions, Organisational Effectiveness, and Talent Planning.
• Experience supporting a transformation agenda and managing complex change projects.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong data analysis skills and ability to conduct in-depth analyses.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Strong consultancy and influencing skills.
• Effective communication skills at all levels.
• Up-to-date knowledge of employee legislation and its implications for the business.

Salary (Rate): £80,000

City: Manchester Area

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: HR