HR Operations Manager

HR Operations Manager required to lead a small team, being the life-engine for the HR function in the business. An exciting role, reporting to HRD.

Location: Hampshire Added: 04/12/25 Salary: Up to £55k + Excellent Benefits

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Jake Lewis

HR Operations Manager
Basingstoke
UP to £55K + Benefits

Are you an experienced HR leader ready to take ownership of operational excellence? We're looking for a dynamic HR Operations Manager to join our UK & Ireland team and lead the delivery of high-quality HR services across recruitment, payroll, and administration.

About the Role As a key member of the HR leadership team, you'll oversee the full spectrum of HR operations, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and continuous improvement. You'll manage a multi-skilled team and work closely with senior stakeholders to align HR initiatives with business objectives.

What You'll Do

• Lead HR operations including recruitment, payroll, and HR administration.
• Drive process improvements and champion innovative change across HR systems and services.
• Ensure compliance with UK & Ireland employment legislation and GDPR.
• Oversee accurate payroll processing and benefits administration.
• Deliver employee engagement and CSR initiatives that foster an inclusive, positive culture.
• Partner with Finance and other business functions to integrate HR processes.
• Use data and analytics to provide insights for evidence-based decision making.
• Manage HR projects including system upgrades, audits, and policy reviews.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience managing HR operations and leading multi-functional teams.
• Strong knowledge of UK & Ireland employment and payroll legislation.
• Skilled in HR systems and digital tools (HRIS experience essential).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to analyse HR data and produce actionable insights.
• CIPD qualification (or working towards) and degree-level education preferred.
• Commercial awareness and a proactive, solution-focused approach.