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