People Change Coordinator

About Reach plc

Reach plc is the largest commercial news publisher in Britain and Ireland, operating over 120 brands, including well-known titles such as the Mirror, Express, Daily Star, Daily Record, MyLondon, BelfastLive, Manchester Evening News, and even the Irish Star in the US. Reach connects with millions daily across diverse digital and print platforms, reaching about 70% of the UK's online population and 10% in the US, with over 100 million social media followers worldwide.

Your Career at Reach

As a dynamic media company, Reach offers a rich environment where diversity is valued, and individual stories are celebrated. Working remotely from anywhere within the UK, you can build a career that suits your lifestyle, supported by a culture that fosters growth and creativity.

Role Overview

The People Change Coordinator role presents an exciting opportunity to advance your project management career within a fast-evolving People Experience team. You will support the execution of projects enhancing workplace operations, particularly focusing on HR technology and digital transformation initiatives. Collaborating with experienced project managers and business stakeholders, you will help keep various projects progressing smoothly from planning to completion, ensuring objectives are met on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in project coordination and planning to ensure timely achievement of milestones across People projects.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including master plans and action logs, identifying and escalating risks or obstacles as needed.
• Manage concurrent projects and workstreams, adapting swiftly to shifting business demands while upholding strong organizational standards.
• Monitor project progress, budget adherence, and key performance indicators, preparing clear updates and contributing to post-project evaluations.
• Develop collaborative relationships across HR, Technology, Communications, and Learning & Development teams to create engaging presentations, reports, and meeting materials.
• Continuously seek methods to improve work processes and optimize the use of technology and AI within the People function.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Experience in project coordination, business support, HR, technology, or related environments.
• A strong motivation to build a long-term career in project management.
• Exceptional organizational abilities with a track record of managing several priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Comfortable working with data, spreadsheets, and digital tools, combined with a keen interest in digital transformation and AI.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence to engage proactively across multiple teams.
• A detail-focused, self-motivated approach with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Beneficial to have exposure to HR/payroll systems, project management software (e.g., Monday.com, Asana, Jira), or knowledge of project methodologies like Agile, Scrum, and PRINCE2.

Benefits and Additional Information

• 25 days of paid holiday, with additional holidays awarded after 3, 5, and 10 years; the option to purchase extra holiday days.
• One extra paid day annually for volunteering in your community.
• Additional paid leave for significant personal life events, such as marriage, moving house, or welcoming a new family member, including pets.
• Opportunity to participate in a bonus scheme, sharing in the company’s success.
• Company pension contribution matching up to 6%, with salary sacrifice options.
• Comprehensive, progressive people policies supporting family leave, flexibility, inclusion, and career progression.
• Healthcare cash plan providing reimbursements and fast access to medical appointments.
• Car lease scheme enabling staff to lease new electric or hybrid vehicles via salary sacrifice.
• Wellbeing support services, including a 24/7 assistance program for employees and their families.
• Access to various discounts, including 15% off at the company’s online marketplace, Yimbly.
• Interest-free loans available for season tickets and technology purchases.

Diversity and Inclusion

Reach embraces diversity, valuing different backgrounds and perspectives that contribute to stronger teams and enhanced audience engagement. As an equal opportunities employer, the company welcomes applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. The recruitment process is designed to be fair and inclusive for all candidates.