Interim Head of HR Operations

Henlee Resourcing; Swindon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consultancy based in Swindon is looking for an Interim Head of HR Operations for a 12-month FTC. In this pivotal role, you will lead HR initiatives and manage daily operations, ensuring compliance and driving cultural transformation. The ideal candidate will have substantial HR experience and CIPD Level 5 accreditation. This position offers competitive compensation, benefits, and a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Competitive salary

Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience managing payroll oversight.
• Capability in leading investigations and formal hearings.
• Ability to engage with Trade Unions effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR and Payroll teams for a compliant service.
• Manage complex employee relations issues.
• Produce HR management information for decision making.

Skills

HR team leadership experience

Knowledge of employment law

Change management

Employee relations expertise

Education

CIPD Level 5 or equivalent

Job description

Interim Head of HR Operations
12-Month FTC
Swindon
Up to £5630 + Benefits + Hybrid (50/50 Office vs home working)
Job Ref: ADW00589

Henlee Resourcing is excited to partner a successful SME based in Swindon, to recruit an Interim Head of HR Operations, for an initial 12-month FTC.

This pivotal role offers the chance to influence meaningful change and help shape the future of its people operations during a time of transformation.

Working alongside the HR Director, you will deliver strategic HR initiatives, support organisational growth, and ensure day-to-day HR operations are running smoothly; leading a high-performing team, managing complex ER casework, and contributing to creating an engaged, inclusive, and values-driven workplace.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the HR and Payroll teams to ensure a smooth, compliant and customer centric service.
• Lead on key people projects and cultural transformation initiatives
• Take the lead on the most complex employee relations issues, including leading investigations and formal hearings
• Engage with Trade Unions to build constructive, solution-focused partnerships
• Produce and interpret HR management information, to help inform people decisions and continuous improvement
• Ensure full compliance with employment law, including TUPE and best practice standards

About You:

• HR team leadership experience, including managing payroll oversight
• CIPD Level 5 or equivalent
• In-depth understanding of employment law, HR best practice, and employee relations
• Strong experience across change management, engagement, policy design and project work
• Confident working across multiple (Wiltshire-based) locations - a full UK driving licence and your own car is essential.

This opportunity offers a chance to make a real impact, in a values-led organisation that puts people at the heart of everything it does. If you're ready to step into a role where your operational HR expertise will be truly valued, we'd love to hear from you!

Henlee Resourcing is a specialist full service human resources recruitment consultancy operating across the Southwest, M3, M4 and M5 corridors.