People Transformation Project Manager

General information

Vacancy Reference number

004332  

About us

At Aer Lingus, we believe in going above and beyond to connect people, places and possibilities. Whether working at the airport, in our offices or at home - every employee has a role to play in making Aer Lingus the heart of travel to, through and beyond Ireland for generations to come.
How do we do this? We Put Safety First. There's nothing more important. We Are Customer Focused. We champion the customer and go above and beyond to get things just right for them. We're Stronger Together. With a ‘how can I help?' attitude, we communicate and collaborate to achieve shared success. We Own It. We do what we say we're going to do and always follow through. We Look Forward. We build the future by embracing change today.

What we offer

As well as offering you a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities and staff travel benefits (with Aer Lingus and many other international airlines), you will also have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment and to join a team of amazing professionals who are passionate about the aviation industry. To learn more about the exciting benefits and opportunities that await you at Aer Lingus please visit our website.
At Aer Lingus, we embrace diversity and believe in providing equal opportunities to all qualified individuals. We are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and respectful work environment that values employees' unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from all candidates who share our passion for aviation. If you have any questions or require any accommodations to support you in your application, please contact us at recruit@aerlingus.com.

Vacancy details

Role title

People Transformation Project Manager

Your role

We are seeking an experienced and driven People Transformation Project Manager to oversee a variety of projects within the People function. Reporting to the Director of People Transformation, the People Transformation Project Manager will be responsible for driving highest priority Transformation initiatives and projects, and ensuring the function is equipped for the future by championing a culture of continuous improvement.

The People team is currently implementing a multi-year transformation programme, encompassing over 30 projects spanning areas such as HR technology, employee benefits and service delivery. The ideal candidate is proactive, organised and flexible, demonstrating a passion for delivering results and collaborating effectively across teams. 

 

• Plan, coordinate, and execute HR projects ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project goals, scope, and success criteria.
• Allocate resources efficiently, working with HR and finance to secure necessary funding for new and existing initiatives.
• Develop and execute project plans, managing timelines, resources, and deliverables effectively.
• Identify and manage risks, proactively resolving issues to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Lead stakeholder engagement and communication, providing clear status updates and insights.
• Foster strong relationships with stakeholders across departments to gather input and drive project success.
• Partner with HR analytics teams to ensure data-driven decision-making is integrated into all project phases.
• Establish metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success and impact of HR projects.
• Support change management efforts to promote adoption and sustainability of new processes and tools.
• Analyse project outcomes and champion best practices in project management, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the HR team.
• Actively monitor emerging HR trends and best practices to identify areas for future project opportunities.
• Provide guidance, tools and support to HR team members, ensuring they are equipped to contribute to project objectives.
• Step into evolving priorities, offering support in other areas of the HR function where additional resources or leadership are needed.
• Maintain a strategic outlook across the transformation programme, proactively identifying potential risks, dependencies, and opportunities that may impact agreed goals, and advocate for necessary adjustments to priorities based on these insights.

Your qualifications and key criteria