20 Oct
Société Générale
London
Societe Generale is one of Europe's leading financial services groups and a major player in the economy for over 160 years, we support 25 million clients every day with more than 126,000 staff in 65 countries.
Our Group draws on our European roots to develop our business internationally. Our unique geographic positioning enables us to connect Europe and Africa with major global financial centres in Asia and the Americas.
The Group combines financial strength, proven expertise in innovation and a sustainable growth strategy with the objective of creating value for all our stakeholders. We seek to be a trusted partner in the projects of those building tomorrow's world today.
About the team:
The Human Resources department is responsible for:
- Developing Global Banking and Investment Solutions attractiveness as a responsible employer notably in terms of career opportunities, people development, compensation, diversity and working environment.
- Addressing the larger challenges of Global Banking and Investment Solutions notably in terms of managerial culture, performance management and people engagement.
- Supporting Global Banking and Investment Solutions strategy and transformation by accompanying the teams and working on their employability.
Summary of Key Purposes of the Role:
The HR PMO is responsible for assisting in the definition and maintenance of the standards of project management and process within the HR department;
Responsibilities:
- Lead several projects simultaneously across the Human Resources department of various sizes and complexity.
- Analyse existing Human Resources processes, identify gaps and lead resolution projects.
- Supporting on strategic lead projects such as M&A; activities.
- Delivery of projects, either directly or via the extended Human Resources team including the identification and coordination of key stakeholders, workstreams and contributors to the project.
- Manage all project aspects including planning and analysis, budget, scope, schedule, risk and resource management.
- Working closely with the project sponsors, develop, maintain and monitor detailed project plans and associated communication documents; revising as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements, using appropriate tools and methods.
- Manage day-to-day operational aspects of the project, and project deliverables, in line with the project plan.
- Measure, monitor and report on project/transition activities, milestones, dependencies, status, KPIs,
and issues/risks.
- Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation and presentations.
- Independently gather, develop, interpret data; making recommendations as appropriate actions for the project sponsors.
- Facilitate the monitoring and reporting of projects on the UK HUMN Project Portfolio, to the UK HUMN Executive committee and key stakeholders.
- Act as a reference point for managers and teams on the best use of project management disciplines and approaches, PMO queries and information.
- Engage with clients to anticipate needs and development requirements for upcoming projects.
- Develop and grow relationships vital to the success of the project(s) including UK HUMN team, local PM teams, Global Project counterparts.
PROFILE REQUIRED
- Proven PMO/Project Analyst experience including understanding of the principles and frameworks of successful project management.
- Experience of working in an HR department desirable.
- Understanding of process mapping or business analysis principles is advantageous.
- Understanding of project delivery and acceptance processes within a fast-paced business environment.
- Demonstrated capability for problem solving, decision making, sound judgment.
- Reacts to project scope change promptly and efficiently.
- Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including upper management, clients, and other departments.
- Ability to bring project to successful completion through sensitivity.
- Strong relationship building,
interpersonal and communication skills
- Detailed experience of Microsoft and Project applications.
- Report to and demonstrate diplomacy when working with key stakeholders
- Diligent with attention to detail
- Ability to cope under pressure
- Persuasive, encouraging, and motivating.
WHY JOIN US
People join for the impact they can have on us. They stay for the impact we have on them. A flatter structure offers visibility and exposure beyond that of our competitors, so you know our names, and we know yours. It's personable, human, and inspires success through passion. By encouraging open mindedness and a willingness to share ideas, we have adapted to market changes and thrived through innovation.
Bringing words like “hard work” and “dedication” together with “community” and “respect” has enabled us to work collaboratively and build our future together. We call this Team Spirit and it's what makes us different. It's what makes you different.
BUSINESS INSIGHT
If you feel you have the required experience and qualifications, then please apply to the SG Resourcing Team, and we will manage your application. At Société Générale, we believe our people are our strength and are core to the success of our business. As such, we search for, recruit and appoint the best available person on the basis of aptitude and ability, regardless of sex,
marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, pregnancy, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, belief or gender identity.
▶️ HR PMO - 12 month fixed term contract
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