People Projects and Governance Manager (12mths FTC)
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Sponsorship likelihood
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Salary
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£56,500
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2440 (60% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £56,500, and HEATHROW AIRPORT HOLDINGS LIMITED is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 3571 (Human resources and industrial relations officers) or SOC 2431 (Management consultants and business analysts). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2440 Business and financial project management professionals Most likely code | £39,500 | £45,200 | £50,800 | £56,500 |
3571 Human resources and industrial relations officers Also possible | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
2431 Management consultants and business analysts Also possible | £35,100 | £40,200 | £45,200 | £50,200 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
At Heathrow, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As a People Projects and Governance Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping how we deliver our People Plan - ensuring that our initiatives, governance frameworks, and change programmes drive meaningful outcomes for our colleagues and the business. You’ll join a collaborative and forward-thinking People team that partners across the airport to deliver strategic projects that enhance employee experience, strengthen leadership capability, and embed a culture of continuous improvement.
This role sits at the intersection of strategy, governance, and delivery. You’ll support the delivery and implementation of people-related projects that align with Heathrow’s long-term ambitions, ensuring that governance standards are robust, transparent, and enable effective decision-making. Success in this role means creating clarity, consistency, and confidence in how we deliver change - helping Heathrow remain a great place to work and grow.
- Leading the planning, governance, and aiding the delivery of key people projects that support Heathrow’s People Plan and business strategy.
- Developing and maintaining governance frameworks that ensure accountability, transparency, and effective decision-making across People initiatives.
- Partnering with senior leaders and HR colleagues to prioritise and deliver change programmes that improve employee experience and organisational effectiveness.
- Tracking project performance, identifying risks, and implementing mitigation to ensure successful outcomes.
- Facilitating cross-functional collaboration to embed consistent project management practices and continuous improvement across the People function.
- Providing insight and recommendations to the People Leadership Team to inform strategic decisions and future planning.
- Proven experience in project or programme management within a People, HR, or organisational change environment.
Ideally, you'll also have:
- Professional qualification in project management (e.g. PRINCE2, Agile, or equivalent).
- Experience working in a large, matrixed organisation or within the aviation or transport sector.
- Knowledge of HR systems, processes, and change management methodologies.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Business and financial project management professionals (SOC 2440) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~314k in sample- Middle half £45,968–76,128
- Median £58,812
- Going rate £56,500
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £39,500–50,800
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. HEATHROW AIRPORT HOLDINGS LIMITED holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2440 going rate of £56,500. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.