HR Project Lead

20 hours ago


Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Allen Lane Full time
About the Role

Are you an experienced HR professional seeking a challenging opportunity to oversee cross-functional projects in a dynamic and evolving environment? We are looking for a skilled HR Project Specialist to join our team at Kent Fire and Rescue Service.

This is a permanent role with a salary range of £54,818 - £62,554 per annum. You will work on a hybrid basis, spending 3 days a week in our office located close to Maidstone, with free on-site parking available.

The successful candidate will have no direct reports but will oversee seconded or contingent staff brought in to help with projects. Key responsibilities include:

  • Overseeing a range of HR projects requiring strategic thinking and long-term planning.
  • Providing expert advice and guidance to senior leaders and HR colleagues.
  • Implementing change management strategies across the organisation.
  • Managing project budgets and ensuring financial control and accountability.
  • Communicating complex information to various audiences.
  • Identifying risks and mitigating risks associated with project delivery.

This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional to utilise their skills and experience to drive the organisation's goals forward. You will need to influence and advise senior leaders, building strong relationships and using data to inform decision-making.

Prior experience working in a matrixed environment and ideally in the public sector would be beneficial.

We offer a range of benefits including a pension contribution of 17.5%, 31 days annual leave plus bank holidays, Blue Light Card discount scheme, family-friendly policies, and access to health and wellbeing services and LinkedIn Learning online training.

The interview process consists of a 2-stage interview process with the second stage held in person at our office in Maidstone.



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