People & Culture Delivery Manager

Contract Role | Transformation Programme

Location: London Hybrid

Duration – 3 months initially

Competitive Day Rate (Inside IR35)

We are seeking an experienced People & Culture Delivery Manager to play a critical role in a high-profile employee transfer programme within a major financial services organisation.

This is a fast-paced, delivery-focused role requiring someone who can step in immediately, take ownership of the workstream, and drive it through to completion.

The Role

You will lead the People & Culture workstream as part of a large-scale employee transfer occurring simultaneously across multiple areas of the business. This is a complex change environment where strong governance, pace and stakeholder management are essential.

A key element of this role is TUPE expertise. Proven experience managing TUPE transfers is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and own the People & Culture workstream end-to-end
• Develop and drive the detailed delivery plan
• Manage risks, dependencies and critical milestones
• Ensure TUPE compliance and best practice throughout
• Coordinate stakeholders across HR, business leadership and programme teams
• Hold stakeholders accountable to agreed timelines and deliverables
• Provide clear reporting, governance updates and escalation management
• Bring structure, pace and discipline to the programme

What We’re Looking For

• Strong experience leading HR or People workstreams within complex transformation programmes
• Demonstrable TUPE expertise (essential)
• Proven ability to “come in and lead” – confident, decisive and delivery-focused
• Experience managing simultaneous employee transfers or large-scale organisational change
• Strong risk management and governance capability
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills – able to challenge, influence and drive action
• Resilient, pragmatic and comfortable operating in high-pressure environments

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to lead a critical component of a major transformation programme, with real visibility and impact across the organisation. You will be empowered to take control, bring clarity and ensure successful delivery.

If you are an experienced People leader with strong TUPE expertise and a track record of driving complex HR programmes to completion, we would love to hear from you.