HR Operations Lead

iCOMAT; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering manufacturing company in Gloucester is looking for an HR Operations Lead to manage HR administration and employee lifecycle processes. This role ensures compliance with UK employment law and supports various HR functions including payroll and employee records. Strong experience in HR and knowledge of HRIS systems are essential. Join us to shape the future of advanced manufacturing in a dynamic culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company share option plan (ESOP)

Dynamic and collaborative culture

Opportunity to grow as the business scales globally

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HR administration or HR operations.
• Solid knowledge of UK employment law fundamentals.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.
• Strong organisational and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems (ideally BambooHR) and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full employee lifecycle from onboarding to exit.
• Prepare and issue employment contracts and documentation.
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure HR files are audit ready.
• Process payroll changes and track adjustments.
• Manage benefits administration and updates in BambooHR.

Skills

HR administration experience

Knowledge of UK employment law

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Proficiency in HRIS systems

Education

CIPD Level 3–5 qualification

Tools

BambooHR

MS Office

Job description

About iCOMAT

At iCOMAT, we are pioneering Rapid Tow Shearing (RTS) – the world’s first process that enables the production of lighter, stronger, and more sustainable composite structures.

Backed by 8VC and the NATO Innovation Fund, iCOMAT is scaling globally, with sites in the UK, US, and Greece. Our technology is trusted by leading aerospace, defence, and automotive OEMs to redefine what’s possible in lightweight manufacturing.

The Role

We are looking for a detail-oriented and dependable HR Operations Lead to manage all day-to-day HR administration and employee lifecycle processes at our Gloucester manufacturing site.

This role ensures smooth, compliant, and consistent HR operations — from contracts and payroll changes to absence tracking and documentation. You will be the first point of contact for administrative HR queries, ensuring every employee interaction is accurate, timely, and aligned with company policies. The role focuses on HR administration, documentation, compliance, and systems accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

Core HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle

• Manage the full employee lifecycle from onboarding to exit.

• Prepare and issue employment contracts, amendments, and documentation.

• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure HR files are audit ready.

• Process payroll changes and track adjustments in coordination with Finance.

• Manage benefits administration and updates in BambooHR.

• Coordinate reference requests (for ex-employees or external background checks).

• Track timesheets and ensure accurate reporting across departments.

Compliance, Policies & Employment Law

• Ensure full compliance with UK employment legislation and company governance.

• Keep HR policies up-to-date and legally compliant.

• Support the implementation of new or revised HR policies and templates.

• Maintain awareness of changes in employment law and update internal practices accordingly.

Employee Relations Administration

• Log and track sickness absence, return-to-work meetings, and flexible working requests.

• Support the administrative process for disciplinaries, PIPs, and probation reviews.

• Record outcomes and maintain secure and confidential HR files.

• Coordinate exit paperwork and offboarding procedures.

Performance, Learning & Engagement

• Maintain performance review documentation and follow up on completion.

• Support with L&D scheduling and records (e.g., training logs, certificates).

• Assist in coordinating engagement and eNPS surveys.

HR Systems & Immigration

• Maintain accurate data in BambooHR and ensure process discipline.

• Administer visa applications and renewals in coordination with legal advisors.

• Generate standard HR reports for management (headcount, absence, attrition).

About You

You are a meticulous HR professional who thrives in a busy, hands-on environment.

You enjoy structure, process, and detail - and you take pride in keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes.

Essential

• Proven experience in HR administration or HR operations.

• Solid knowledge of UK employment law fundamentals.

• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.

• Strong organisational and documentation skills.

• Proficiency in HRIS systems (ideally BambooHR) and MS Office.

Desirable

• Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment.

• CIPD Level 3–5 qualification (or working towards).

Why Join Us

At iCOMAT, you’ll be part of a company that’s scaling rapidly and shaping the future of advanced manufacturing.

This is a great opportunity to own the HR operations backbone of a growing site and develop within a fast-moving, technology-driven organisation.

We offer:

• Competitive salary

• Company share option plan (ESOP)

• Dynamic and collaborative culture

• Opportunity to grow as the business scales globally

Ready to keep iCOMAT running smoothly behind the scenes?

Apply now and help us build the foundation for our growing team in Gloucester.