MAKE STRATEGY A REALITY | ACCELERATE YOUR GROWTH | CHOOSE YOUR PATH As the world's leading change and transformation consultancy, we're helping businesses move from strategy to reality by taking a pragmatic and practical approach to build solutions that last. We're seeking a Strategic Workforce Planning Manager to help us take vision to value and create lasting impact for our Telco client.
Please note, this is an initial 3 month contract working inside IR35 PAYE Umbrella that will require onsite working in London 2 days per week SUMMARY The Strategic Workforce Planning Manager will play a crucial role in designing and implementing a foundational Strategic Workforce Planning framework that aligns the organisation's workforce shape and size with its long-term priorities and operating models. This position will enable the business to build a baseline understanding of the current workforce, identify critical capabilities, and provide data-driven recommendations to address emerging skill gaps.
YOU WILL:
Lead the design and development of a Strategic Workforce Planning process that ensures the workforce is well-equipped to meet the organisation's evolving needs
Conduct in-depth analysis of the current workforce, including headcount, role families, critical capabilities, and skill gaps across functions
Provide clear and actionable recommendations to build and scale the Strategic Workforce Planning process
Collaborate cross-functionally to align workforce planning with the organisation's long-term priorities and operating models
Develop and implement strategies to address workforce challenges and support the organisation's growth objectives
Leverage data and analytics to drive informed decision-making and workforce planning initiatives
IDEALLY, WE'D LIKE:
Significant experience in workforce planning, HR consulting, or a related field
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into meaningful insights
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills to effectively present recommendations and drive change
A deep understanding of workforce trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in Strategic Workforce Planning
A track record of successfully designing and implementing Strategic Workforce Planning frameworks
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United Kingdom, without the need for visa sponsorship by North Highland. Work visa sponsorship will not be provided, either now or in the future, for this position.
This is a temporary employee (PAYE) opportunity working via an Umbrella company. North Highland is an equal opportunity employer, and we adhere to all applicable laws and regulations to ensure a fair and equitable workplace. All qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We handle all information in accordance local privacy standards and maintain strict confidentiality.
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