Project Manager

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Project Manager driving HR technology projects for Reach, a major news publisher in the UK. Ensuring project delivery on time and budget while analyzing workflows for efficiency.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain master project plans, track budgets, manage resource allocation, and proactively identify potential bottlenecks before they impact delivery timelines.
  • Scope, plan, and execute multiple HR projects simultaneously from initiation to closure, with the flexibility to pivot priorities based on evolving business requirements.
  • Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for each project; measure and report on return on investment (ROI) and success metrics post-launch to executive sponsors.
  • Provide clear, data-driven status updates and risk assessments to executive sponsors, team leads, and stakeholders across People Shared Services and other functions.
  • Collaborate with Communications, Learning & Development, and technical teams to develop comprehensive communication and training plans, whilst evaluating HR workflows to identify inefficiencies and recommend scalable, automated solutions that leverage technology and AI.

Requirements:

  • Hands-on experience supporting HR technology ecosystems, including HRIS, ATS, and payroll platform updates.
  • Capability to establish KPIs, analyse people data, and measure post-launch ROI for executive reporting.
  • Experience evaluating HR workflows to identify inefficiencies and design scalable, automated solutions.
  • Demonstrable background in project support.
  • Confident with stakeholder relationship management across Exco with cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
  • Professional approach to all interactions.
  • Proven proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Prince2).

Benefits:

  • 25 days holiday as well as an extra day after you've been with us for three, five and 10 years.
  • An extra day's paid leave each year to volunteer for a cause close to your community or your heart.
  • Big moment day - an extra day’s paid leave for a moment that matters to you - like getting married, moving house or welcoming a new addition to the family (human or furry!).
  • Bonus scheme - you'll get a stake in our success and a chance to add to your annual earnings.
  • Help saving for your retirement - we'll match your company pension contributions up to 6% and you can contribute through salary sacrifice.
  • Supportive and progressive people policies - we’re proud to have a range of policies to support people in their lives in and outside work, including enhanced family leave and policies to promote flexibility, inclusion and progression.
  • A healthcare cash plan - giving you money back for a range of medical expenses and fast access to doctor's appointments.
  • Car lease scheme - you can buy a brand new electric or hybrid car through our leasing partner, and pay for it through salary sacrifice.
  • Wellbeing support - including a 24/7 assistance programme for you and your family.
  • Access to lots of discounts - including 15% off with Reach's very own online marketplace, Yimbly, where you can buy everything from homewares to beauty products.
  • Interest-free loans - including for season tickets and technology.