HR Data and AI HR Project Manager

Overview

MBDA is accelerating the structure and deployment of HR data & AI initiatives to support business transformation and strategic workforce decisions across four countries (France, UK, Germany, Italy). The HR Data & AI Office drives initiatives where data security, employee privacy and social dialogue are as critical as delivery speed. The role is for an HR Data and AI Project Manager to lead and coordinate the delivery of HR data & AI projects, ensuring alignment between business needs, data capabilities, and technical implementation, while securing timelines, quality and value creation.

• Lead end‑to‑end delivery of HR data and AI projects – from discovery and planning through to deployment and adoption.
• Translate HR business needs into clear project scope, deliverables and measurable outcomes.
• Manage project plans, governance, risks, dependencies and stakeholder engagement.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams including Data Engineers, Analysts and Scientists.
• Drive adoption, training and change activity to ensure solutions deliver real business value.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR, data governance standards and national employment legislations.
• Support continuous improvement of HR data project management and governance practices.

• Experience leading complex business or HR technology projects.
• Exposure to AI use cases in HR, skills intelligence or HR analytics projects is highly desirable.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Knowledge of People Analytics, Data Governance or HR Digital Transformation.
• Ability to bridge business needs with technical delivery.
• Knowledge of data governance, GDPR and change management principles.
• Advanced knowledge of the HR data technology ecosystem – data platforms, BI, analytics, HRIS, payroll, talent management modules, TMS, LMS, LXP and their data integration points / data flows.
• A structured, collaborative and delivery‑focused approach.
• Confidence facilitating workshops, governance forums and senior stakeholder discussions.
• A passion for innovation, continuous improvement and the potential of AI in HR.

• Salary: £60,000 – £72,000 depending on experience.
• Bonus: up to 21% of base salary.
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution up to 14%.
• Flexible & hybrid working – 1 day per week on‑site.
• Enhanced parental leave: up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave; enhancements for paternity, neonatal leave and fertility treatments.
• Facilities: subsidised meals, free car parking and other site benefits.
• Healthcare Cash Plan: option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses.
• Security clearance:
  British Citizen or Dual UK national. Successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS) after offer.

MBDA is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We encourage applicants who require adjustments or support throughout the recruitment process to let us know.