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:

• Managing day-to-day HR operations and payroll for our UK employees, and
• 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.

Requirements:
• 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.

Benefits:
• 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).