Head of HR Operations

Description

Michael Page is delighted to be partnering with a fast-evolving UK-based group operating across multiple industries to appoint a Head of HR Operations. This is a pivotal leadership role within the People function, responsible for shaping and delivering a modern, efficient and high-performing HR Operations model across a complex, multi-site organisation of approximately 1,000 employees.

Client Details

Our customer is a fast-evolving UK-based group operating across multiple industries, who employs approx. 1,000 people across a multi-site remit.

This business defines itself as having a culture built on innovation, customer-centricity, high performance, and collaboration.

Description

Reporting into the senior People leadership team, the Head of HR Operations will lead a sizeable HR Operations, and HR Partnering structure, ensuring the delivery of a consistent, high-quality and commercially effective people service across the group.

The business is undergoing significant transformation, including:

Implementation of a new HRIS platformOngoing M&A activity and portfolio change (including divestments)Redesign of the People Target Operating ModelDevelopment of new career architecture and progression pathwaysEvolution of reward frameworks and job architectureInvestment in leadership capability and management developmentA strong focus on operational efficiency and service excellenceA desire to drive stringer connection to the business change environment through employee engagement strategies

This is a role where HR Operations is not just transactional - it is central to enabling business performance and change.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and develop a multi-disciplinary HR Operations function, including HR Shared Services and HR Business PartneringEnsure the effective delivery of end-to-end HR services across the employee lifecycle for c.1,000 employeesDrive continuous improvement across HR processes, systems and service delivery modelsPlay a key role in the implementation and optimisation of a new HRIS systemSupport the design and embedding of a modern HR Operating ModelLead on workforce data, reporting and insights to support commercial decision-makingPartner with senior stakeholders across a diverse UK group to deliver people prioritiesDrive consistency, compliance and efficiency across multiple business units and industriesContribute to broader transformation programmes including M&A integration and divestment activityBuild and lead a high-performing, inclusive and customer-focused HR Operations team Profile

This role requires an experienced and hands-on HR Operations leader who is equally comfortable operating strategically and ensuring strong operational delivery.

You will bring:

Proven experience leading HR Operations, Shared Services and HR Partnering teamsExperience supporting an organisation of approximately 1,000 employees or moreA strong track record in HR transformation, service redesign and operating model changeExperience working within multi-site and / or multi-industry environmentsDemonstrated involvement in HRIS implementation or optimisation projectsExperience supporting or delivering M&A, divestment or complex organisational changeStrong understanding of HR processes, governance and continuous improvement methodologiesA collaborative leadership style with the ability to influence across multiple stakeholdersA passion for building efficient, people-focused and scalable HR services

This is an opportunity to join a group in motion - modernising its people function and investing heavily in the infrastructure, systems and capability needed to support future growth.

You will have the chance to:

Shape and elevate a modern HR Operations functionLead meaningful transformation across systems, structure and service deliveryWork across a diverse portfolio of businesses and industriesBe a key driver of efficiency, employee experience and operational excellenceDevelop a high-performing team in a genuinely evolving environment

This role offers the platform to make a visible and lasting impact in a business that is actively investing in its future.

Job Offer

This role pays up to 70,000 to 85,000 per annum (possibly more dependant on experience), inclusive of a performance related bonus and a suite of benefits.

Ad ID: 5418216019