Job Title
HR Project Manager
Location
Manchester, United Kingdom
Hybrid Working Policy
Hybrid working arrangement.
Overview
We are looking for a HR Project Manager to join our organization who will be responsible for rigorous project and program management, governance, portfolio alignment, stakeholder engagement, digitalization enablement, and operational execution. This role acts as a senior driver of HR transformation, ensuring that programs are tightly aligned with the People Strategy, HR roadmap, and enterprise-wide priorities. The individual will also serve as a senior advisor to HRLT, Portfolio Management, and HR COEs, ensuring that strategic projects are executed effectively, sustainably, and with strong business impact.
What You Will Get
* An agile career and dynamic working culture
* An inclusive and ethical workplace
* A variety of benefits tailored to your locality.
* Access to global benefits via https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits
What You Will Do
* Lead the end‑to‑end management of complex HR programs from initiation through planning, execution, and closure, ensuring strong alignment with the People Strategy and overall HR portfolio.
* Develop comprehensive project plans, governance structures, schedules, budgets, and resource requirements in Planview, ensuring operational feasibility and strategic impact.
* Drive portfolio insights, scenario planning, and strategic recommendations for the HR Portfolio Board and HRLT.
* Ensure a high‑quality stakeholder and employee experience throughout project design and implementation.
* Provide HR leadership for M&A‑related activities, including due diligence, integration planning, culture harmonization, workforce transition, and alignment to global HR standards.
* Lead HR workstreams related to organizational growth, workforce expansion, capability ramp‑up, and structural evolution, ensuring alignment with workforce strategy, HC outlook, and BSR cycles.
* Support large scale expansions
What We Are Looking For
* Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, Prince2, CAPM, Agile/Scrum).
* Background in HR transformation, HR systems or HR process design.
* Proficiency with project management tools (Planview experience is an advantage).
* Demonstrated ability to work cross‑functionally and influence stakeholders without authority.
* 3–5+ years of experience managing HR or business transformation projects.
* Strong project management skills with experience applying structured methodologies.
Reference
R75587
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