HR Project Manager - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

HR Project Manager - 12-Month Fixed Term Contract

As an HR Project Manager you will make an impact by taking ownership of allocated project management activities, guiding cross-functional HR projects from inception to successful execution and ensuring all deliverables meet strategic objectives. You will champion diversity and inclusion initiatives, ensuring equitable and inclusive practices are embedded across all HR processes and employee touchpoints. You will be a valued member of the HR team and work collaboratively with senior managers and key stakeholders.

In this role, you will:

• Build effective relationships within the business, providing managers and associates with professional and proactive support through engagement activities.
• Analyse data, identify trends, and make recommendations on improvements to processes and practices.
• Actively support BU-related projects and implementation from a people perspective.
• Drive HR projects aligned to the strategic People Plan including define project scope, create project plans / timelines, anticipate potential roadblocks and risks, and raise and solve issues as they arise

Work model:

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 2 days a week in the Cognizant office in Dublin. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

What you need to have to be considered:

• Previous Project Management experience within HR
• Experience of HR business partnering within a matrix organisation on a wide range of HR topics, providing expert advice to managers and employees, preferably in a business process consultancy environment.
• Change management experience with the ability to lead standalone projects and work as part of a global HR network.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to translate metrics, research, and trends into strategy and improvement opportunities.
• Strong business acumen, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking skills.
• Capable of working with a wide range of people and cultural backgrounds.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

What we offer:

• The chance to work with impact. Here, you're empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
• Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
• The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other's experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
• Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents —from day one.
• True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.

About us Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World's Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.

Other employment-related information Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com with your request and contact information.

While our system allows applications in all languages, job required language(s) and proficiency level(s) vary. However, basic English proficiency is required for Company-wide communications purposes. Further, for roles located in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required to communicate with our global clients.