HR Project Officer

Contract Civic Recruitment Limited United Kingdom

Posted On 12/01/2026

Job Information

Human Resources

City Islington

Province Islington

Postal Code EC1P

Job Description

2-3 month contract opportunity with a local authority

Summary

• This is a 2-3 month contract opportunity with a local authority, focusing on leading and delivering HR projects that align with the Council's workforce strategy and HR service objectives. The role is crucial for ensuring effective project planning, execution, and monitoring to address current and future people-related business needs. It aims to drive improvements in HR processes, policy development, and employee engagement initiatives.
  

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate HR projects, including policy development, procurement, digitalization, and employee engagement initiatives.
  
• Develop and manage project plans to ensure alignment with business strategy, scope, and timelines.
  
• Identify, assess, and resolve project risks, issues, and dependencies, escalating where necessary.
  
• Conduct research and data analysis to inform workforce programs and HR initiatives.
  
• Prepare and present reports with recommendations for senior management on project outcomes and future workforce strategies.
  
• Ensure effective communication of project objectives and progress to internal and external stakeholders.
  

Requirements

• Proven experience in planning and executing projects of varying size and complexity.
  
• Experience delivering HR-related projects to meet business needs.
  
• Skilled in conducting HR research and interpreting quantitative and qualitative data.
  
• CIPD qualified or equivalent HR knowledge and experience.
  

Additional Information

• Working hours: 35 hours per week
  
• Please note, we work on bi-weekly payments.