Senior Project Delivery Lead

Role: Senior Project Delivery Lead
Location: Milton Keynes (Hybrid – 2/3 Days In-Office Weekly)
Salary: £60,000 – £73,000
Contract: Fixed Term to July 2026
A Senior Project Delivery professional is required to lead the implementation of two major workstreams focused on systems innovation and position data governance. Working at the intersection of HR systems, data, and operational transformation, this role ensures timely, value-driven outcomes across complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
You’ll oversee strategic planning, delivery execution, and cultural change initiatives to embed new ways of working, streamline data structures, and unlock long-term efficiencies. The core system in use is SAP SuccessFactors (comparable HRIS will be considered).
Key Responsibilities

- Lead delivery of two interdependent workstreams focused on HR systems and establishment data
- Develop and manage delivery plans, resourcing, risk mitigation, and stakeholder reporting
- Engage senior stakeholders across HR, Digital, Finance, and Operations functions
- Collaborate with delivery sponsors and governance groups to ensure alignment and accountability
- Oversee third-party performance and manage contractual deliverables
- Drive adoption of system and data changes through clear leadership and engagement strategies
- Promote inclusive, data-informed decision-making at all levels of the programme
- Report progress, risks, and benefits to senior leadership and steering groups

Essential Experience and Skills

- Proven track record delivering large-scale transformation projects involving HR systems and data
- Strong stakeholder management and ability to influence across organisational boundaries
- Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to solving complex delivery challenges
- Effective leadership of cross-functional teams and third-party suppliers
- Familiarity with enterprise systems (ideally SAP SuccessFactors or similar HRIS)
- Strong governance, budget oversight, and performance reporting capability
- Confident managing cultural change, systems adoption, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Committed to equity, diversity, and accessibility in project delivery