The Interim Talent Delivery & HR Digital Transformation Lead will drive recruitment delivery and enable digital transformation across the People function. This role ensures seamless talent acquisition during a period of change while supporting the implementation of People technology, automation, and process improvements aligned with operational excellence principles. Acting as a key partner, the role bridges business needs and digital initiatives, optimises sourcing strategies, and fosters internal mobility to enhance workforce agility. Through data-driven insights and stakeholder collaboration, the role contributes to building a future-ready people ecosystem and delivering an exceptional colleague experience.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Change & Transformation Support
o Act as a liaison between People Team and key business stakeholders during the digital transformation.
o Provide feedback on people process improvements and automation opportunities to enhance efficiency.
o Contribute to roadmap for digital colleague journey and transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment with OPEX principles.
o Support implementation of recruitment technology and digital tools to enable automation and improved colleague experience.
o Apply project management methodologies to track progress, manage risks, and deliver transformation milestones.
* Recruitment Delivery
o Manage end-to-end recruitment for assigned roles, ensuring a positive candidate and hiring manager experience.
o Maintain compliance with recruitment policies and processes during transition.
o Update and manage centralised Job Descriptions library in line with our skills-based approach.
o Utilise technical tools and data insights to optimize recruitment workflows and reporting.
* Direct Sourcing & Talent Pools
o Proactively source candidates using digital tools, social platforms, and talent networks (LinkedIn Recruiter, Job Boards, EB Campaigns).
o Build and maintain talent pipelines for critical roles using automation-enabled sourcing strategies.
o Leverage market intelligence and technical analytics to inform sourcing decisions.
* Internal Talent Mobility
o Support redeployment and career development initiatives.
o Use data-driven insights and OPEX frameworks to identify internal mobility opportunities and reduce redundancy risk.
* Stakeholder Partnership
o Advise hiring managers on market trends, sourcing strategies, and best practices (LinkedIn Talent Insights, Industry Talent news).
o Collaborate with People & Culture colleagues to align recruitment with workforce planning and transformation goals.
o Communicate technical and process changes effectively to stakeholders.
Requirements
* Strong experience in recruitment and direct sourcing.
* Technical proficiency with People systems (technology), automation tools, and data analytics.
* Project management skills, including planning, execution, and reporting.
* Ability to adapt to change and work in a dynamic, evolving environment.
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
* Familiarity with OPEX principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
* Understanding of internal mobility and talent development principles.
* Core Skills: Change Implementation Planning, Project Management, Resourcing, Talent Management, Relationship Management
ABOUT YOU
* Previous experience in People (HR) role within a digital transformation environment.
* Has led transformation projects or process improvement initiatives using project management frameworks.
* Comfortable working in a fixed-term, transitional capacity.
* Exposure to automation technologies and operational excellence practices.
To apply for this role, please follow our online application process and submit a CV and cover letter.
Closing date for applications: Monday 5th January 2026 at 1600.