We are looking for an HR Operations & Global Project Manager who combines strong operational HR expertise with a structured, delivery-focused project mindset. This position focuses on two key areas:
- Managing day-to-day HR operations and payroll for our UK employees
- Leading and coordinating global HR projects across HR, Recruitment, and L&D
It's a great fit for someone who enjoys switching between operational detail and larger, global initiatives acting as a key partner to HR Directors, Global Recruitment, and L&D leadership teams.
Key Responsibilities
UK HR Operations
- Oversee all UK HR operational processes and ensure compliance with UK employment legislation.
- Manage end-to-end UK payroll in collaboration with internal teams and external payroll providers.
- Handle UK employee lifecycle activities: onboarding, offboarding, contracts, data updates, and HR documentation.
- Respond to HR queries from UK employees and managers in a timely and professional manner.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date UK HR records in all HR systems.
- Support local audits, compliance checks, and policy updates.
Team Management
- Manage and support HR and Payroll Coordinator, providing direction, development, and performance feedback.
- Ensure smooth execution of daily HR operations tasks and deadlines.
Global HR Project Management & Delivery
- Own and lead global HR initiatives end-to-end (planning, stakeholder alignment, execution, reporting).
- Drive HR systems optimisation, payroll process improvements, and digital transformation initiatives.
- Define project scope, timelines, risks, and success metrics.
- Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders (HR, Recruitment, L&D, Finance, IT).
- Ensure clear accountability, communication, and on-time delivery.
- Bring structure and visibility to complex, multi-region initiatives.
HR Systems, Reporting & Data
- Manage updates to employee data across HRIS platforms.
- Prepare HR and project-related reports for UK and global leadership.
- Support the implementation and optimisation of HR systems and processes.
- Strong HR operations experience with direct involvement in UK HR processes and payroll.
- Solid understanding of UK employment law and HR compliance requirements.
- Proven experience leading cross-functional or global HR projects end-to-end.
- Experience managing or supervising an HR team member or coordinator.
- Highly organised and detail-oriented, with strong data accuracy and reporting skills.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across teams and regions.
- Proficiency with HRIS systems (BambooHR), payroll tools, and MS Office (especially Excel).
- Familiarity with process improvement tools or HR digital transformation projects.
- Company Pension.
- Private Medical.
- Medical cash plan - dental, optical, virtual GP, diagnostic check & scans, health screening.
- Income Protection.
- Life Assurance.
- Critical Illness.
- Cycle2Work Scheme.
- 25 days annual leave (+ Bank Holidays).