HR Projects Officer

Job Description

HR Projects Officer (Interim)
Hours: 37 per week
Location: Chichester

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR Projects Officer to support the establishment of a new Combined County Authority during a critical phase of organisational development.

Working closely with the Interim Strategic Lead for Organisation Design and Development, you will lead and coordinate key HR projects aligned to the emerging People Strategy. This includes policy development, recruitment and resourcing, organisational change, TUPE processes, and wider HR service improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and deliver HR projects from planning through to implementation

• Develop project plans, manage timelines and mitigate risks

• Support complex organisational change and restructure activity

• Analyse people data to inform workforce planning and decision-making

• Prepare reports and recommendations for senior leaders

• Ensure compliance with GDPR and HR best practice

About You:

• CIPD qualified (or equivalent experience)

• Strong project management experience within HR

• Proven track record of delivering change in complex environments

• Confident working with senior stakeholders

• Analytical, solutions-focused and highly organised

This is a high-impact role suited to a credible HR professional who can bring operational expertise and project discipline to a fast-paced, evolving organisation.