Interim Head of HR Operations

20 hours ago

London, United Kingdom Birkbeck University of London Full time

Do you have experience of managing a team of HR administrative staff and are willing to take on the challenge of service improvement within an HR Operations Team?

We are seeking an Interim Head of HR Operations to join Birkbeck, University of London, a prestigious institution known for its commitment to diversity and excellence. This role will involve managing a dynamic team to deliver high-quality HR services across the entire employment lifecycle.

The Interim Head of HR Operations will:

- Oversee the recruitment process and implement system improvements.
- Directly manage the HR Operations Team Leader and ensure effective team collaboration.
- Ensure seamless HR and Payroll integration for accurate and timely staff payments.
- Lead compliance efforts regarding UK Visas and Immigration.
- Develop Standard Operating Procedures and Service Level Agreements.
- Maintain standards of data accuracy and security and ensure availability of staff data for statutory reporting.
- Set performance targets and review team effectiveness.
- Participate in HR project work and service improvement initiatives.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Experience in managing HR services and leading successful process improvements.
- A proactive, flexible approach with strong decision-making abilities.
- Planning skills aligned with the academic cycle, and a commitment to customer service.

This opportunity would build on experience as: HR Manager, HR Operations Team Manager/Leader, Deputy Head of HR Operations or Deputy HR Operations Manager.

If you are passionate about higher education and maintaining and enhancing our standards and quality, we want to hear from you. Join us at Birkbeck, University of London, and make a significant impact on our institution and its employees.

**Salary and benefits**:
£43,636 rising to £49,683 per annum, Grade 7 of the College's London Pay Scale which includes a consolidated Weighting/Allowance that applies only to staff whose normal contractual place of work is in the London area.

Birkbeck offers a competitive salary and pension scheme, 31 days paid leave, flexible working arrangements and some of the most generous benefits in the HE sector, all while being located right in the heart of Bloomsbury, Euston, London.

**Contract**:
**Enquiries**:

- We welcome applicants from all sections of the community. The College is committed to improving the gender and cultural diversity of its workforce, holding an Athena SWAN award and operating Disability Confident & Mindful Employer schemes._

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