The HR Projects Delivery Manager will be responsible for leading and managing key HR projects across the Medical Sciences Division. This role will involve developing and implementing strategic HR initiatives, managing change processes, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope. The post-holder will work closely with various stakeholders, including divisional office teams, departmental teams, and external partners, to support the effective implementation of HR-related projects. This will include joint working with the Research Strategy and Funding team to progress research culture priorities that intersect with HR.

 

•        Lead and oversee the successful delivery of key HR projects within agreed timelines and budgets – see JD for the key projects that this role may be working on.

•        Develop project plans, timelines, and deliverables, ensuring clear objectives and measurable outcomes.

•        Manage stakeholder engagement, including maintaining effective communication with key internal and external parties.

•        Ensure projects align with organisational HR strategies and policies.

•        Oversee change management processes, including addressing employee concerns and resistance to change.

•        Provide expert advice on project implementation, offering solutions to challenges that arise and mitigating risks and threats to project delivery.

•        Communicate project updates, challenges, and outcomes effectively to senior management and relevant stakeholders.

•        Collaborate with HR teams and departments to ensure smooth transition and integration of HR initiatives.

 

•        Proven experience in HR project management, preferably within a higher education or complex organisational setting.

•        Strong knowledge of HR policies, employment legislation, and organisational change processes.

•        Demonstrable experience in successfully delivering HR initiatives within set timeframes.

•        Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence at all levels.

•        Experience managing change and addressing employee concerns effectively.

•        Ability to work independently, take initiative, and problem-solve in a dynamic environment.

•        Strong organisational skills, with the ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously.

•        Proficiency in using project management tools and HR information systems.

 

We welcome applications from those looking for a secondment opportunity. A full-time or part-time contract is available, with part-time working at a minimum of 0.4 FTE considered (15 hours per week).

This role supports flexible and hybrid working.  Various working locations to support the delivery of projects, include the office, departments, or at home. The HR team currently work in the Divisional Office at the John Radcliffe Hospital on Tuesdays and additional days as required.

 

This position is classified as Grade 7; however, we also welcome applications from individuals at Grade 8.

 

If you are interested in applying, please contact Gillian Morris, Head of Medical Sciences HR by email at gillian.morris@medsci.ox.ac.uk to arrange an informal discussion about this opportunity.

 

You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement describing how you meet the criteria, CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application.

 

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Tuesday 22 April 2025.

 

We expect in-person interviews to take place on either Wednesday 7 May or Monday 12 May.