[Remote] Program Manager - HR Transformation (Fixed-Term Contract, Remote)

Note The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. WTW is seeking an experienced Program Manager to support a major technology-enabled HR transformation program. The role will coordinate cross-functional workstreams, manage integrated plans, risks, dependencies, governance and stakeholder communications, and ensure delivery aligns with program objectives and financial targets.

Responsibilities

Partner with workstream delivery teams and project managers to turn transformation objectives into practical delivery plans, milestones and execution roadmaps Build and maintain integrated program plans, milestone trackers, RAID logs, risk registers and status dashboards to provide clear visibility of progress Drive day-to-day program execution, ensuring activities remain aligned to agreed objectives, timelines and outcomes Identify and manage dependencies, constraints, risks and critical path activities, escalating issues with clear recommendations and mitigation options Coordinate across delivery teams to ensure key deliverables are completed on schedule and to agreed quality standards Provide structured updates to program leadership and stakeholders on progress, risks, issues, dependencies and decisions Establish and manage governance cadences, including steering committee reviews, workstream check-ins and escalation protocols Build strong working relationships with HRLT, HRIT, Internal Comms and Change Management, Legal, Finance, AI TMO and functional leaders Ensure HRIT and change management deliverables are integrated into program planning, readiness, training and communications activity Promote best practice program management standards and capture lessons learned to improve future transformation initiatives Ensure the program is aligned to and tracking against the financial goals and targets (investment, savings) Skills Significant project or program management experience delivering complex global transformation in a large enterprise environment Experience in HR transformation, operating model transformation, technology-enabled change or large-scale business change programs A track record of managing multiple cross-functional projects or workstreams simultaneously, including dependencies, risks and stakeholder expectations Experience supporting executive governance forums and preparing clear, decision-focused leadership reporting materials Strong stakeholder management, facilitation and meeting management skills, with the confidence to drive alignment and decisions in ambiguous environments Structured and disciplined delivery skills, with the ability to translate strategic objectives into practical plans and measurable outcomes Working knowledge of both waterfall and agile or hybrid delivery methodologies An analytical mindset, with confidence using data, metrics and technology to inform decisions and status reporting Practical experience using generative AI tools, such as Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT or equivalent, to improve productivity, problem-solving and business outcomes A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; project management certification such as PMP, PRINCE2, Agile or MSP is desirable Project management certification such as PMP, PRINCE2, Agile or MSP Benefits 25 days of annual leave plus an extra WTW day Private healthcare Life insurance Group income protection Regular health assessments Defined contribution pension scheme, featuring matched contributions up to 10% from the company Hybrid working options Access to an employee assistance programme A fully paid volunteer day Electric vehicle car scheme Share scheme Cycle-to-work programme Dental and optical cover Critical illness protection Company Overview WTW is an advisory company that provides insight-led solutions in the areas of people, risk, and capital. It was founded in 1950, and is headquartered in London, England, GBR, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https//www.wtwco.com. Company H1B Sponsorship WTW has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 4 in 2026, 52 in 2025, 22 in 2024, 73 in 2023, 57 in 2022, 45 in 2021, 49 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.