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HRDataandAIProjectManager
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“HR Data and AI Project Manager at MBDA. Skills: HR Data and AI Project Management, leading end-to-end delivery of HR data and AI projects, Translating HR business needs into clear project scope, deliverables and measurable outcomes, Managing project plans, governance, risks, dependencies and stakeholder engagement, Coordinating cross-functional teams, Driving adoption, training and change activity, Ensuring compliance with GDPR, data governance standards and national employment legislations, Sup”
What You'll Achieve.
support business transformation and strategic workforce decisions; turn ideas into scalable, secure and high-value solutions; ensure solutions deliver real business value; improve decision-making, employee experience and organisational performance
Industry & Context.
Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1 day per week on-site, Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship, Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply., As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Experience leading complex business or HR technology projects, Knowledge of People Analytics, Data Governance, or HR Digital Transformation., The ability to bridge business needs with technical delivery, Knowledge of data governance, GDPR and change management principles, Advanced knowledge of the HR data technology ecosystem: data platforms, BI, analytics, HRIS, payroll, Talent management modules, TMS, LMS, LXP… and their data integration points / data flows, A structured, collaborative and delivery-focused approach, Confidence facilitating workshops, governance forums and senior stakeholder discussions, A passion for innovation, continuous improvement and the potential of AI in HR
Nice to Have
Exposure to AI use cases in HR, skills intelligence, or HR analytics projects is a huge benefit
What You'll Do.
Leading end-to-end delivery of HR data and AI projects — from discovery and planning through to deployment and adoption
Translating HR business needs into clear project scope
deliverables and measurable outcomes
Managing project plans
dependencies and stakeholder engagement
Coordinating cross-functional teams including Data Engineers
Analysts and Scientists
training and change activity to ensure solutions deliver real business value
Ensuring compliance with GDPR
data governance standards and national employment legislations
Supporting continuous improvement of HR data project management and governance practices
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
partner with HR, Data, Legal and IT teams; Coordinating cross-functional teams including Data Engineers, Analysts and Scientists
Communication Scope
stakeholder management and communication skills; Confidence facilitating workshops, governance forums and senior stakeholder discussions
Process & Methodology
Leading end-to-end delivery of HR data and AI projects, Managing project plans, governance, risks, dependencies and stakeholder engagement, Supporting continuous improvement of HR data project management and governance practices
Full Job Description
MBDA is accelerating the structure and deployment of HR data & AI initiatives to support business transformation and strategic workforce decisions. Operating in an on-premise, heavily governed IT environment across four countries (France, UK, Germany, Italy), the HR Data & AI Office drives initiatives where data security, employee privacy, and social dialogue are as critical as delivery speed. **Salary** : Circa £ _60,000 - £72,000_ depending on experience **Dynamic (hybrid) working** : 1 day per week on-site **Security Clearance** : British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. **What we can offer you:** * **Company Bonus:** Bonus of up to 21% of base salary * **Pen****sion** : maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% * **Flexible working:** We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements * **Enhanced parental leave:** offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments * **Facilities** : Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more… * **Healthcare Cash Plan:** The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more _._ The HR Data & AI Office is looking for an HR Data and AI Project Manager to lead and coordinate the delivery of HR data & AI projects, ensuring alignment between business needs, data capabilities, and technical implementation, while securing timelines, quality, and value creation. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of people, da
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