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HR Workstream Project Lead - 6 months contract

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We are partnering with a globally recognised premium brand to recruit an HR Workstream Project Lead for a high-profile transformation initiative across the EMEA region.
London based - 50/50 hybrid working
Initial 6 months contract with potential to be extended for needs of the project
£60,000
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering complex organisational change, working closely with HR, project teams and senior stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.
This role would suit a proactive, hands-on HR professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and has experience leading HR workstreams within large-scale transformation, integration or business change programmes.
The Opportunity
As the HR Workstream Project Lead, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating and delivering all HR-related activities within a major transformation project. Acting as the HR lead for the programme, you will provide expert guidance on people-related matters, support organisational change initiatives and ensure all activities align with project objectives, timelines and governance requirements.
Working across multiple EMEA markets, you will collaborate with a broad range of stakeholders while helping to mitigate risk and maintain compliance with local employment legislation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the HR workstream for a significant EMEA transformation project.
- Partner with project teams, HR colleagues and business stakeholders to drive successful delivery.
- Develop and execute HR project plans, ensuring key milestones and deliverables are achieved.
- Support organisational change initiatives, including workforce transitions and consultation activities.
- Identify and mitigate HR-related risks across multiple jurisdictions.
- Develop and implement change management and communication plans.
- Monitor progress, track deliverables and provide regular stakeholder updates.
- Ensure HR activities are integrated into the wider programme plan.
- Maintain compliance with local employment legislation and internal governance requirements.
- Support employee engagement and positive employee experience throughout periods of change.
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About You
You are an experienced HR professional who combines strong project management capability with excellent stakeholder management skills. You are comfortable navigating ambiguity, influencing decision-makers and delivering results within complex, international environments.
Essential Experience
- Proven experience leading HR workstreams within transformation, integration or organisational change programmes.
- Experience operating in a complex, multi-country EMEA environment.
- Strong HR generalist background with broad knowledge of people practices.
- Demonstrable experience managing stakeholders at multiple levels.
- Experience delivering projects within challenging timelines and evolving business environments.


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Skills & Qualifications
- Degree-level qualification in Human Resources or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years' experience in HR project delivery, programme support or workstream leadership roles.
- Strong understanding of organisational change and change management principles.
- Knowledge of project governance, risk management and project delivery methodologies.
- Exceptional communication, presentation and influencing skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Fluent English; additional European language skills would be advantageous.
- Formal project management qualification desirable.
- Experience within retail, fashion, apparel or consumer-focused businesses would be highly advantageous.
What's on Offer
- Opportunity to lead a high-impact EMEA transformation programme.
- Exposure to senior stakeholders across multiple markets.
- Fast-paced, collaborative and international environment.
- Chance to make a tangible impact on business and people outcomes.
If you are a driven HR project professional who enjoys delivering change and working across international markets, we'd love to hear from you.
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