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Job Title: HR Transformation SME / HR Director-Level Consultant
Start Date: ASAP (Interviewing Early May)
Duration: Long-Term Contract (Multi-Year Engagement)
Location: Remote (Occasional Travel Nationwide)
Type: Contract
Industry: Government / Public Sector
Travel: Occasional travel required (estimated monthly; travel may include various client locations nationwide, starting ~3 months into engagement)
Security Requirements: Ability to pass a Public Trust (Level 1) background check
Interview Process: Initial internal screening (detailed resume review and deep-dive interview), followed by panel interview with program leadership
Start Date: ASAP (Interviewing Early May)
Duration: Long-Term Contract (Multi-Year Engagement)
Location: Remote (Occasional Travel Nationwide)
Type: Contract
Industry: Government / Public Sector
Travel: Occasional travel required (estimated monthly; travel may include various client locations nationwide, starting ~3 months into engagement)
Security Requirements: Ability to pass a Public Trust (Level 1) background check
Interview Process: Initial internal screening (detailed resume review and deep-dive interview), followed by panel interview with program leadership
Overview
Our client is seeking a senior-level HR Transformation SME to support a large-scale enterprise modernization initiative. This individual will play a critical role in assessing, redesigning, and guiding the transformation of HR processes across the organization.
This is a high-impact, advisory-focused role where the consultant will work alongside program leadership to evaluate current HR operations, provide recommendations, and help drive improvements across systems, processes, and organizational structure.
Program Environment / Context
- Large-scale, multi-year transformation initiative
- HR transformation is a current bottleneck, with leadership prioritizing immediate SME support
- Existing HR processes are considered outdated and require modernization alongside new system implementations
- The role will interface with both consulting teams and internal stakeholders across the organization
Key Responsibilities
- Lead assessment and transformation of HR processes across the organization
- Provide advisory oversight on HR operations, including hiring, onboarding, compliance, and workforce management
- Evaluate current-state HR practices and recommend improvements aligned with modern standards
- Support large-scale HR system and process transformation initiatives
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align HR processes with broader organizational goals
- Guide stakeholders on best practices for HR operations in evolving system environments
- Participate in stakeholder meetings and working sessions across various locations
- Help establish scalable, compliant HR frameworks suitable for a complex, regulated environment
Required Experience & Background
- 10 years of progressive HR experience, with a focus on leadership (Director level or above)
- Proven experience leading or supporting HR transformation initiatives
- Strong background in large-scale HR operations (enterprise or public sector environments)
- Experience with system implementations or major process changes impacting HR functions
- Deep understanding of full HR lifecycle (recruiting, onboarding, training, performance management, employee relations, compliance)
- Demonstrated ability to operate in advisory and strategic roles
Preferred Experience
- Experience in government or public sector environments
- Background in highly regulated environments with strict compliance standards
- Experience in organizations with complex audit, documentation, and reporting structures
Additional Qualifications
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to translate HR strategy into actionable process improvements
- Evidence of continued professional development and staying current with modern HR practices
- Experience managing or influencing large teams and organizational change
Additional Notes
- This role is considered critical to overall program progression and is expected to move quickly
- Strong potential for long-term engagement given the scale and duration of the initiative
- Candidates should be comfortable stepping into an advisory role with immediate impact on organizational direction