Lead HR Project Manager

Job Summary

The HR Project Manager will oversee and manage largescale Human Resources projects, with an initial focus on enterprise talent initiatives across Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, and Learning & Development and may be redeployed to other HR initiatives depending on priority needs. Reporting directly to the VP, Enterprise Talent, this role requires a proactive project leader with strong HR functional knowledge, proven project management experience, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to drive alignment and outcomes in a complex, fast paced environment. The ideal candidate takes ownership, demonstrates strong follow through, and applies effective management throughout all phases of a project.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

Project Management: Lead and manage large‑scale HR projects from initiation through completion, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and within budget.

Enterprise Talent Projects: Oversee major cross‑functional talent initiatives (TA, TM, L&D) and ensure seamless coordination across all HR teams and stakeholders.

Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with HR COEs, HRBPs, HRIS partners, and business leaders to align objectives, remove roadblocks, drive decisions, and ensure successful outcomes. Facilitate discussions, alignment, and conflict resolution.

Change Management: Develop and execute change management plans—including communications, training, and readiness activities—to support smooth adoption of new processes, tools, or programs.

Process Ownership: Serve as the central point of accountability for assigned initiatives, ensuring clarity of scope, well‑defined timelines, and consistent execution. Identify opportunities to streamline and optimize HR processes.

Risk Management: Identify project risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks; develop proactive mitigation strategies to ensure project success.

Resource Coordination: Align and support project team members, ensuring they have the information, resources, and clarity needed to deliver milestones.

Reporting: Provide regular updates to HR leadership and key stakeholders, highlighting progress, risks, decisions required, and upcoming milestones.

Compliance: Ensure all project work aligns with HR policies, organizational standards, and governance expectations.

Process Improvement Identification: Identify opportunities to streamline HR processes through automation, system enhancements, and improved user experience.

Education (minimum education required)

Preferred Education (i.e. type of degree)

Skills and Minimum Experience Required

Proven Experience:

Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional HR project teams and drive clarity and accountability.

HR Expertise: Strong understanding of HR processes and the ability to translate business needs into project requirements.

Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to present complex information concisely to stakeholders at all levels.

Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, evolving environment and managing multiple priorities simultaneously.

Ownership: Strong initiative and follow‑through; able to take charge, maintain momentum, and operate with limited direction.

Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy in project documentation, planning, and execution.

Change Management: Experience developing and implementing change management strategies to support project success.

Skills:

• Proven experience leading large‑scale HR projects with strong planning, execution, and monitoring capabilities
• Deep understanding of HR processes and HR system impacts, with strong technical acumen for HRIS/IT partnership
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Effective at partnering with cross‑functional teams and senior leaders
• Experience with change‑management methodologies
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with practical, tactical execution

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Master’s degree preferred.

Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience leading HR projects, ideally across multiple HR functions.

Experience with major HR technologies (i.e. SuccessFactors, Workday, UKG, ADP, etc.)

Physical Requirements

Travel Requirements