HR Operations Manager

The Role

Reporting to the Head of People & Development, you will be responsible for reviewing existing HR operations, strengthening compliance procedures, and managing an established HR team.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing and redesigning HR processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Taking ownership of HR compliance activities, with a particular focus on safer recruitment and safeguarding requirements.
• Managing and supporting a team of five direct reports.
• Identifying process gaps and implementing sustainable improvements.
• Providing operational leadership across HR administration and payroll-related activities.
• Supporting the organisation in addressing compliance risks and ensuring best practice is followed.

About You: To be successful in this role, you'll have:

• Previous experience in a HR Operations Manager, HR Manager or similar leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of HR compliance and safer recruitment practices.
• Experience managing and developing teams.
• The ability to quickly assess challenges, make recommendations and deliver improvements.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• A proactive, hands-on approach and the confidence to challenge existing processes.

Working Arrangements

• 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
• Hybrid working with a minimum of two days per week on-site in Peterborough.
• Free on-site parking available.
• Immediate start available.

Recruitment Process

• Initial 15-minute telephone screening call.
• Formal interview with the Head of HR and key stakeholders.