Senior Human Resources Project Manager in London

Contract Duration: 1 Year Fixed Term Contract

Job Summary

The HR Senior Operational Project Manager will play a critical role in supporting the HR function to focus on delivering a broad range of key HR projects.

This role requires a seasoned HR generalist professional with a strong understanding of HR operations, data privacy who can work autonomously and collaboratively within a dynamic environment.

This is fast paced and 'roll your sleeves' opportunity with a focus on execution, employee experience and risk management.

The role is about 'doing' as well as managing the project delivery.

Ideally the person in the role will have knowledge of employee tax matters, and the role is suited to an HR generalist or specialist who has demonstrated experience of delivering HR projects.

The Senior Operational Project Manager will have initial key focus outlined below and will be involved in other activities as required.

This role will interface with our 180+ colleagues in London, providing information and guidance on HR matters and will regularly engage with our wider DBS HR team in Singapore.

This is a Fixed Term Contract role with competitive benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Projects: Employee Reward and Tax
• Ensure all new tax reporting laws are complied with related to the changes to PIID reporting requirements.
• In partnership with Finance ensure benefits in kind reporting processes are developed, clear and allow for accuracy.
• Review HR perks and benefits from a process and tax efficiently perspective.
• Employee tax processing for key compensation offerings.
• Ensure FCA regulatory compliance of all UK compensation matters in partnership with group reward.

Project: GDPR Review and Compliance

• Conduct full review of HR data retention, processing activities and policies.
• Lead any activity required related to enhancing GDPR compliance across the function related to candidate and employee data, working in close collaboration with the UK and Singapore HR team.
• Work closely with Legal and Compliance teams to interpret current and new UK and EU regulations and implement any necessary changes.

Project: Procurement and Third-Party Risk Management

• Develop HR procurement processes, including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and ongoing vendor relationship management.
• Adhere to DBS Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) framework ensuring all aspects of the requirements are undertaken in accordance with policy.
• Evolve UK HR's compliance with TPRM requirements.

Projects: Drive Operational Efficiency

• Review and optimise HR processes to enhance efficiency, reduce manual effort, and improve service delivery, including the UK starter, movers and leavers processes.
• Review and enhancement of HR SOP's.
• Review introduction of Workday as the UK's recruitment platform.
• Utilise HR data and analytics to identify trends, pinpoint areas for improvement, and inform decision-making.
• Champion the adoption of technology to automate routine tasks and enhance the employee experience.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Proven experience as a seasoned HR generalist or specialist professional, with strong focus on employee tax matters preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of GDPR and other global data privacy regulations, with practical experience in implementing and maintaining compliance preferred.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to lead complex initiatives and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems (e. g., Workday) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience working with Gen AI tools an advantage.