HR Operations Manager- Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service

National Fire Chiefs Council Limited.; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire and rescue service is seeking an HR Operations Manager to lead transformational change within their HR department. The successful candidate will shape the culture and strategic decision-making while managing a high-performing team and modernizing HR operations. This full-time role offers the opportunity to deliver impactful change and drive workforce strategies aligned with organizational priorities.

Qualifications

• Extensive generalist HR management experience across full HR activities.
• In-depth understanding of UK employment law and pension scheme regulations.
• Experience leading a team and developing compliant HR policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR team, driving strategic goals and workforce strategies.
• Provide professional advice on employee relations and oversee core HR functions.
• Manage HR project activities through cross-functional teams.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Project management

Leadership

Education

Chartered Member of CIPD

Job description

HR Operations Manager- Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service

HR Operations Manager
Grade 9: £55,969 – £61,472
Full Time: Monday – Friday (37 hours per week)
Permanent
Nottinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service Joint Headquarters, Sherwood Lodge, Arnold, Nottingham.

We are looking for a HR Operations Manager who is ready to lead transformational change and shape the future of our HR department. People are our most valuable resource and as HR Operations Manager at NFRS you’ll play a vital role in shaping our culture and strategic decision making with your energy, vision and commitment, helping us build a workforce that meets the challenges of the future. You will manage a high-performing, professional team to deliver impactful change across NFRS by manging projects that support our people and organisational development goals.

The role of HR manager will be at the forefront of modernising HR operations, ensuring excellent service delivery with a strong focus on cross-functional collaboration. This role offers the opportunity to use your influence to make a real difference, reigniting your passion for people management! Why not take the opportunity to lead from the front of one of the UK’s highest rated fire and rescue services – apply below!

Key Responsibilities
• Support the development and implementation of workforce strategies that align with organisational priorities.
• Lead and manage a professional HR team, setting clear objectives aligned to strategic goals.
• Provide expert, legally informed, professional advice to NFRS on complex employee relations issues.
• Maintaining relationships with employee representative bodies through consultation and negotiation.
• Oversee core HR functions including employee relations, policy development, recruitment, performance and development.
• Drive continuous improvement of both the HR function and our people through data-led insights, policy updates and service innovation.
• Act as a key advisor on pension governance, liaising with key stakeholders in the pensions arena to provide technical advice and manage disputes.
• Lead on HR project management activities through cross functional project groups.

Experience/Qualification
• Extensive generalist HR management experience covering the full range of Human Resources activities.
• Chartered Member of CIPD.
• In depth understanding of UK employment law and public sector pension scheme regulations.
• Experience developing compliant policies and procedures.
• Experience working within a unionised environment, interacting directly with Trade Union representatives.
• Experience leading and managing a team.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills with the ability and self-awareness to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

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