Job Description

The Country People Project Manager leads and delivers HR projects in France, acting as the primary point of contact for related initiatives. The role ensures effective project planning, execution, and governance while coordinating with local and international stakeholders to drive alignment, support transformation efforts, and ensure high-quality delivery across the People function.

Responsibilities

• Define, shape, and manage HR projects, including full project delivery and execution
• Develop and manage project plans (objectives, timelines, milestones, costs, resources, risks, deliverables)
• Manage resources, costs, delays, and deviations, including corrective actions and early warnings
• Identify, assess, and manage risks; ensure quality, compliance, and proper project governance
• Lead change management initiatives and support problem-solving within the France HR team
• Act as key interface between stakeholders and projects, ensuring communication, reporting, and alignment across teams

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of project management processes, methodologies, and tools
• Proven ability to lead and deliver projects end-to-end, including planning, execution, resource allocation, cost control, and risk management
• Skilled in stakeholder management, with the ability to act as a key interface between business and project teams
• Solid understanding of project governance, quality standards, and compliance requirements
• Experience driving change management initiatives and supporting problem-solving in complex environments
• Comfortable working in a matrix and international environment, collaborating across multiple teams and geographies
• Experience contributing to or implementing transformation plans and organizational change initiatives
• Proven experience in HR is required, including a solid understanding of key HR processes

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About the Team

Some of our benefits in France:

• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
• A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave, with the option to return to work within a year following the birth or adoption of a child (based on eligibility)
• Medical insurance plan and accident insurance to protect your health and well-being
• Pension plan, Time Saving Account, and Employee Saving Plan to support long-term financial security
• Transportation reimbursement
• Company car based on eligibility
• Well-being programs to support your mental and physical health
• Opportunities to engage with Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs), as well as access to mentors, coaches, and Employee Growth Solutions
• A learning culture that promotes continuous personal and professional growth - for your role and beyond