People Operations Manager

People Operations ManagerAll candidates should make sure to read the following job description and information carefully before applying. Salary band: £39,640 - £45,000 FTE per annum Permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday) Hybrid working: Minimum 3 days/week in Cambridge office Excellent benefits including 25 days annual leave, 8% pension contribution, and life insurance Are you an experienced HR operations professional looking to make a global impact in a purpose-driven organisation? Charity People are proud to be partnering with the world's oldest international wildlife conservation organisation, to recruit a People Operations Manager. They work to protect the diversity of life on Earth, partnering with local conservation organisations across the globe to save nature together. Their approach is practical, sustainable, and rooted in collaboration. With over 600 staff across 20 jurisdictions, including 200 UK-based employees, the organisation is at the forefront of global conservation. Their Cambridge-based People Team is collaborative, supportive, and committed to delivering high-quality HR services across the organisation. About the Role Reporting to the People Director, the People Operations Manager will lead the development and delivery of people processes, systems, and administration. You'll manage the global HRIS (HiBob), oversee UK and international payroll, support UK pension and benefits, and ensure compliance with employment and immigration law. You'll also manage the organisation's UK business sponsorship licence, contribute to strategic HR projects, and provide high-quality reporting and insights to internal stakeholders. While your primary focus will be UK operations, you'll also collaborate with country offices globally to improve efficiency and consistency. Key Responsibilities * Oversee payroll processing and benefits administration * Manage HRIS and implement new systems/modules * Ensure compliance with UK employment and immigration law * Lead on business sponsorship duties (SMS Level 1 User) * Support recruitment, onboarding, and induction * Line manage the People Administrator * Maintain HR policies, risk register, and reporting * Contribute to global HR projects and continuous improvement About You We're looking for someone with substantial experience in HR operations, systems, and compliance. You'll be confident managing payroll, benefits, and HRIS platforms, and have a strong understanding of UK employment law. You'll be methodical, detail-oriented, and able to build effective relationships across teams and geographies. * Proven experience in people operations and HRIS management * Strong knowledge of payroll, pensions, and employment law * Excellent communication, data analysis, and organisational skills * Experience managing or mentoring staff * Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and the organisation's mission * Experience in international or charity settings (desirable) How to Apply The application process is CV and a Supporting Statement. This will be a 2-stage interview process in-person/online, there will also be a timed 30-minute task. We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential. Please inform us if you require any assistance or adjustment to help ensure the application process works for you. Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. xsabvtc We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.