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HR Project Manager – Remote-First
Contract type
Ongoing
Work mode
Remote
Experience
3 years
Job description
HR Project Manager acting as a trusted partner to the Chief People Officer, turning HR strategy into execution and bringing structure, visibility and purpose to HR initiatives.
At a glance
- Work mode
- Remote
- Languages
- English – C1 or C2
What you'll do
- Become the conductor of the HR roadmap, translating strategy into actionable plans, creating structure so the right priorities receive the right level of attention, and keeping critical initiatives moving forward
- Act as a strategic partner to the CHRO, providing visibility on priorities, risks, dependencies, budgets and delivery status across the HR function
- Own and elevate the HR project management methodology, continuously improving the way projects are planned, governed, tracked and delivered while embedding a culture of accountability and operational excellence
- Own the HR budget framework, maintaining a clear view of spend, commitments and personnel costs, and helping HR leadership make informed decisions through reliable data and forecasting; drive consensus about competing priorities and build trusted relationships across different departments
- Lead high-impact and strategic projects, from HR technology deployments and process redesign to cross-functional initiatives that improve the employee experience and support EPI's growth; prepare the organization for process and system change, delivery communications and training plans and support the adoption of new ways of working
- Drive innovation within HR, exploring how AI can simplify processes, improve decision-making and help us work smarter
What we're looking for
- Fluent in English (CEFR C1 or C2)
- Thrive in a remote-first, multicultural environment
- Solid project management experience, with a strong command of project management methodologies and practices
- Strong proficiency with Jira or a comparable project management tool, including dashboards, reporting and data quality
- Previous experience working within an HR environment, with a good understanding of HR processes and operations
- Experience with budget management and follow-up, ideally including personnel costs
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
- A proactive and autonomous mindset, with the ability to prioritize, anticipate needs and keep multiple initiatives moving forward
- A collaborative, low-ego approach, with the ability to build trust and influence without relying on authority
Nice to have
- French, German, Dutch, or other European languages
- PMO, Chief of Staff, HR Consultant or transversal coordination experience, bringing structure and oversight across multiple teams
- Experience implementing or rolling out HR tools and processes in a growing organization
- Experience working in a highly regulated environment, such as payments, financial services or fintech
- Experience with Pigment, particularly in implementation, administration or Product Owner-type responsibilities
Benefits
- Remote-first culture with quarterly and annual all-staff in-person meetups to keep teams connected and collaborative
- Possibility to work from another EU country for up to 3 months per year
- Competitive
How to get hired
- 1First conversation with François, Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition | 45 min
- 2Interview with Guillaume, Chief People Officer | 60 min
- 3Interview with Gwenaële, Director, People Operations | 60 min
- 4Hopefully, an offer you can't refuse
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About European Payments Initiative (EPI)
Be part of a movement to change the way Europe pays
The European Payments Initiative is building Wero, a European digital wallet for payments online, in store, at home and across borders, with money and data protected under European laws and regulations.
Mission
Changing the way Europe pays with Wero, a proudly European digital wallet to make payments easier, clearer and more secure.
Key facts
- Operates in a highly regulated industry
- HR team of 16 international HR experts spread across Europe
- Remote-first culture with quarterly and annual all-staff in-person meetups