Head of HR Operations

4 days ago

London City Hybrid office working from home UK, United Kingdom FJWilson Talent Services Full time £36,000 - £41,800 per year

Head of HR Operations (5 months, PAYE)

Are you a strategic HR leader with a passion for operational excellence?

We are seeking a dynamic Head of HR Operations to lead and deliver a professional, high-performing HR function for a prominent professional organisation.

This is an exciting opportunity to drive HR strategy, enhance operational processes, and lead a talented team within an environment that values collaboration, innovation, and excellence.

About the Role

Reporting to the Director of HR, you will oversee the HR Operations team, including HR Managers and Administrators. Your remit will cover recruitment, payroll, performance management, employee relations, organisational change, and HR systems, ensuring HR practices align with the organisation's strategic objectives.

You will act as a bridge between senior management and operational teams, creating an empowering environment for staff, and ensuring HR services support both organisational and individual needs.

Key facts:

• Contract: Full time, temporary contract, PAYE, until May 2026

• Location: Hybrid - home-based blended, with 2 days per week working from offices in central London

• Gross Pay rate (PAYE) ranges from £36.97 per hour + holiday pay to £41.29 per hour + holiday pay

• Hours: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week, core hours

Key responsibilities of the role include:

· Lead and manage HR operations, including recruitment, payroll, employee relations, performance management, and HR systems.

· Line manage HR team members, supporting their development and performance.

· Deputise for the Director of HR as needed.

· Develop and implement effective HR strategies and processes.

· Drive organisational change, ensuring compliance with employment law and best practice.

· Maintain accurate HR data and reporting to inform decision-making.

· Support initiatives to embed equity, diversity, and inclusion across HR operations.

· Oversee HR aspects of organisational projects, restructures, and strategic initiatives.

The ideal candidate will meet the following requirements:

· Chartered member of the CIPD with extensive HR operations experience at a senior level.

· Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.

· Proven track record in leading recruitment, employee relations, payroll, and performance management.

· Experience in leading organisational change and managing complex employee relations issues.

· Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

· Analytical, pragmatic, and solutions-focused, with experience producing HR metrics and reports.

· Commitment to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.

Our client

Our client is a prominent professional body based, dedicated to advancing the health care field. It plays a crucial role in supporting medical/health professionals, providing resources, education, and guidance to enhance the quality of health care. Recognized for its commitment to excellence, they serve as a key hub for medical professionals, fostering collaboration, research, and the continuous improvement of health services.

Interested?

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FJWilson Talent Services encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates who represent the full diversity of communities in the UK. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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