Head of HR Operations
Posted 2 weeks ago by Hays
£90,000 Per year
Undetermined
Hybrid
Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom
Summary: This role is for a Head of HR Operations within a large public sector organization, based in Oxford with a hybrid working arrangement. The position involves leading core HR functions and managing a team of approximately 25, while contributing to strategic transformation projects. The ideal candidate will have public sector experience and a proven track record in operational excellence and stakeholder management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead core HR functions including Employee Relations, Pay & Reward, Policy, Systems, Recruitment, and Trade Union engagement.
- Manage a team of around 25 through several direct reports.
- Contribute to strategic transformation projects and the evolution of HR capability and performance.
- Report directly to the Director of HR and collaborate with fellow Heads of HR.
Key Skills:
- Experience managing sizeable teams in complex organizations.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills.
- Strong track record of driving operational excellence and innovation.
- Public sector experience is essential.
Salary (Rate): £90,000.00 yearly
City: Oxford
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: HR
Head of HR Operations - Public Sector
Location: Oxford / Hybrid
Salary: up to circa 90k
A newly created senior opportunity has arisen for a strategic HR leader to join a large public sector organisation. This high-impact role will lead core HR functions including Employee Relations, Pay & Reward, Policy, Systems, Recruitment, and Trade Union engagement. With responsibility for a team of around 25, through several direct reports, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of HR service delivery. Reporting directly to the Director of HR and working alongside fellow Heads of HR, you'll contribute to strategic transformation projects and the ongoing evolution of capability and performance across the function. We're seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking leader with experience of managing sizeable teams in complex organisations. You'll bring excellent stakeholder management skills and a strong track record of driving operational excellence and innovation. Public sector experience is essential. This is a permanent hybrid role based in Oxford, offering a competitive salary based on experience. To apply, please submit your CV as soon as possible. Applications will close once suitable candidates are identified. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk