HR Operations & Global Project Manager

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:

1. Managing day-to-day HR operations and payroll for our UK employees and
2. Leading and coordinating global HR projects across HR Recruitment and L&D

Its 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 ina timelyand professional manner.
• Maintainaccurateand up-to-date UK HR records in all HR systems.
• Support local audits compliance checks and policy updates.

Team Management

• Manage and supportHR 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 andoptimisationof HR systems and processes.

• Strong HR operations experience with direct involvement inUK 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.
• Highlyorganisedand detail-oriented with strong data accuracy and reporting skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across teams and regions.
• Proficiencywith 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).

Required Experience:

IC