Head of HR Operations
We are currently seeking an experienced Head of HR Operations for our Client, to lead the HR Service Centre across a collection of businesses.
This role requires a seasoned HR Leader who has demonstrable leadership experience and can navigate complex employee relations issues and TUPE processes. Experience of implementing an new HR system within a mid-large scale business would be advantageous.
Key responsibilities:
- Oversee all HR operations activities, ensuring smooth and efficient processes are in place
- Manage employee onboarding activities , including conducting orientations and ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements such as RTW and DBS
- Lead a team of HR professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and development opportunities
- Supporting the Chief People Officer with the implementation of the People Strategy
- Providing effective insights and reporting to the CPO and working on key strategic projects as agreed
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the design and implementation of HR programs and initiatives
- Oversee the administration of HR to payroll processes, ensuring timely and accurate processing of the employee compensation
- Ensure compliance with employment laws, regulations, and company policies
- Manage employee benefits programs, including open enrolment, supplier relationships, and employee enquiries
- Oversee the maintenance and utilisation of the HRIS system, ensuring data accuracy and security
- Provide guidance and support on employee relations matters, conducting investigations as necessary
- Working collaboratively across the group
Experience and Qualifications:
- CIPD Level 7 qualified or above
- Proven experience in HR leadership roles, with a focus on leading HR operations, service centre management, employee relations, and TUPE processes in a mid-large scale organisation
- In-depth knowledge of employment laws and regulations
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Coaching and mentoring qualification is desirable
- Experience of working and leading a HR function in a complex/matrix organisation is desired
- Excellent leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels of the organisation, as well as manage change
- Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Proficiency in HRIS system
- Ability to manage and thrive on multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Benefits:
- 25 days of holiday plus Bank Holidays
- Free lunches
- Enhanced family-friendly leave (16 weeks full maternity pay/adoption leave, 2 weeks full pay for paternity leave)
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- Car allowance £650/month
- Hybrid working - 3 days a week in the office, 2 days working from home
- Company sick scheme
- Birthday leave
- Holiday Buy & Sell Scheme
- Access to Thrive Rewards Wellbeing and Discounts platform
Pineapple Recruitment is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client and is acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy