Senior Manager/ Associate Director, HR Project Management Officer

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. HR Strategy & Transformation

• Partner with the HRVP and HR Leadership Team to translate business strategy into executable transformation roadmaps.
• Drive end-to-end execution of key HR initiatives (e.g., culture, digital HR, organizational design, talent strategy, workforce planning, and capability building).
• Ensure project outcomes align with business objectives and measurable results (cost, efficiency, engagement, experience).

2. PMO Governance & Delivery

• Establish and maintain a robust HR PMO framework, including project governance, prioritization, resource management, and risk oversight.
• Lead project portfolio tracking, performance dashboards, and executive reporting to ensure visibility and accountability.
• Drive standardization of project methodologies, templates, and tools across HR functions.

3. Change Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Lead change management efforts for HR initiatives, ensuring strong communication, adoption, and sustainability.
• Partner closely with HRBPs, COEs, and business leaders to influence decisions and drive alignment.
• Act as a key advisor to senior leadership on change readiness, stakeholder engagement, and cultural implications of transformation.

4. Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

• Identify process improvement opportunities and drive simplification under complexity.
• Establish KPIs to measure efficiency, effectiveness, and experience across HR programs.
• Champion a culture of accountability, agility, and innovation within the HR organization.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in HR, project management, or transformation leadership.
• Proven track record leading enterprise-wide HR or organizational transformation programs.
• Strong business acumen, strategic thinking, and executive stakeholder management.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and problem-solving skills.

Key Competencies

• Strategic and systems thinking
• Leadership and influence without authority
• Change agility and stakeholder engagement
• Analytical mindset and results orientation
• Strong collaboration and communication skills

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.