HR Compliance Manager

GXO; Northampton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supply chain solutions provider in the UK is seeking an HR Compliance Manager to shape and evolve the HR strategy. The role involves leading HR policy development, managing compliance teams, and providing expert guidance on employment legislation. Candidates should have strong operational HR experience and the ability to drive strategic improvements. Competitive salary of up to £65,000 with various benefits including medical and dental insurance.

Benefits

Company-sponsored pension scheme

Private medical and dental insurance

Life assurance

Comprehensive employee assistance programme

High street discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in developing HR policies and compliance frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation.
• Background in leading and developing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR policies and compliance frameworks.
• Drive strategic improvements through audits.
• Manage a team of Employee Compliance Specialists.
• Provide guidance on employee policies.

Skills

Strategic mindset

Operational HR experience

Attention to detail

Proven leadership skills

Stakeholder management

Job description

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for driving excellence in HR compliance? Whether your background is from a Head Office based Professional Services role or fast‑paced logistics, this is your opportunity to lead with impact in a role that blends innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

At GXO, we’re looking for a dynamic HR Compliance Manager to shape and evolve our strategy across the UK & Ireland. You’ll be at the heart of our People Services function, influencing how we operate today and preparing us for tomorrow.

Pay, benefits and more:

We’re offering a competitive salary of up to £65,000, plus 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), and a choice of company car or car allowance. Your benefits also include:

• Company-sponsored pension scheme
• Private medical and dental insurance
• 24/7 online GP service
• Life assurance
• Comprehensive employee assistance programme
• Access to MyBenefits platform with high street discounts, cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, and more

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Lead the development and evolution of HR policies, contracts, and compliance frameworks
• Drive strategic improvements through internal audits and data integrity initiatives
• Manage and develop a team of Employee Compliance Specialists
• Partner with stakeholders across Operations, People Services, and HR Analytics to deliver smart, scalable solutions based on reports and analysis.
• Provide expert guidance on Employee Policies and required changes, Rights to Work, Sponsorships, and DSARs.

What you need to succeed at GXO:

• A strategic mindset with well‑grounded experience and the ability to spot opportunities for improvement and innovation at a senior level
• Strong operational HR experience and deep knowledge of employment legislation
• A fast‑paced, solutions‑focused approach with high attention to detail
• Proven leadership skills and a passion for developing others
• Confidence in managing stakeholders across all levels of the business

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

GXO is a leading provider of cutting‑edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work. GXO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that diversity and inclusion in our business is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are an Armed Forces friendly organisation and Disability Confident Leader as part of the Disability Confident Scheme (GIS) and actively welcome applications from people with disabilities.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO’s candidate privacy statement here.