Posted 13 February 2025
Salary: Competitive
Location: Birmingham
Job type: Permanent - Full Time
Reference: 032812
Job Function: Headquarters
Head of HR Programmes: Join Our Transformation Journey!
Are you a visionary leader eager to drive transformative change? We're on the lookout for an experienced Head of HR Programmes to steer our HR initiatives within our ambitious Transformation programme. In this central role, you'll collaborate closely with the People Director and key stakeholders to shape the future of our organisation.
In This Role, You Will:
* Lead Change Initiatives: Design and deliver changes to policies and practices to support company objectives and build a future-ready culture.
* Manage HR Programmes: Oversee the HR programme within the Transformation agenda, ensuring compliance with company processes and achieving success criteria.
* Collaborate Across Functions: Establish and manage cross-functional teams to deliver transformation projects.
* Monitor Progress: Provide regular updates on programme progress, including risks and issues, to the People Director.
* Budget Management: Manage project budgets within agreed targets and promote efficiency improvements.
What We're Looking For:
* Change Management Expertise: Proven experience in managing major and complex change programmes.
* Programme/Project Methodologies: Significant experience in applying programme and project management methodologies.
* Commercial Awareness: Strong commercial and financial acumen.
* Leadership Skills: Ability to build strong partnerships and work collaboratively with leaders at all levels.
* Rail Industry Knowledge: Experience in the UK rail industry is essential.
Benefits Include:
* Final salary pension
* Free travel on Avanti West Coast for you/spouse/partner/dependents
* Privilege Travel card (75% off other train operators fares for leisure travel)
* 30 days holiday rising by 1 for every completed year of service to a maximum of 37 days (inclusive of bank holidays)
* 10 free journeys on other First Group Train Operator
If you're ready to lead our HR transformation and make a significant impact, apply now and join us on this exciting journey!
Apply Now!
At Avanti West Coast, we value the differences that make each of us unique! Avanti West Coast recognises the benefits of building a diverse workforce and employing people from diverse backgrounds, which includes their race, religion, age, gender, gender identity, disability, and sexual orientation.
Everyone who joins Avanti West Coast becomes part of our close-knit team. We're committed to ensuring that Avanti West Coast is inclusive, a place where people are encouraged to be themselves, and not an edited version to fit in. A place where differences are welcomed, recognised, accepted, and put to good use! #J-18808-Ljbffr