People Operations Manager

Michael Page; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy in the UK is seeking a People Operations Manager to oversee key HR functions and ensure operational efficiency. This hybrid role, based in Bicester, requires you to manage people processes, collaborate with teams across Europe, and supervise HR Advisors. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in People Operations, knowledge of HR systems, and a solid understanding of employment law. Competitive benefits include private healthcare, enhanced pension, and 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Dental insurance

Enhanced pension

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a People Operations role.
• Strong knowledge of HR systems and data management practices.
• Solid understanding of employment law and compliance requirements.
• Excellent organisational and analytical skills.
• Effective communication abilities to collaborate across departments.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective people processes to drive efficiency.
• Serve as an escalation point for complex People Operations queries.
• Line management of one direct report and several HR Advisors.
• Supervise execution of employee lifecycle changes.
• Develop communication channels across the wider people team to deliver a well-rounded service.
• Ensure People compliance is accurate across multiple countries.

Skills

People Operations experience

HR systems knowledge

Employment law understanding

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Communication abilities

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Overview

The People Operations Manager will oversee key human resources functions, ensuring smooth operational processes and seamless employee service. This role is based in Bicester and requires a strategic approach to managing HR systems and supporting organisational goals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective people processes, designed to drive efficiency
• Work with teams based across Europe and serve as an escalation point for complex People Operations queries
• Line management of one direct report and dotted line of several HR Advisors based in other countries
• Supervise the execution of employee lifecycle changes
• Develop communication channels across the wider people team in order to deliver a well rounded service to stakeholders
• Ensure People compliance is accurate across multiple countries

Profile

A successful People Operations Manager should have:

• Proven experience in a People Operations role.
• Strong knowledge of HR systems and data management practices.
• A solid understanding of employment law and compliance requirements.
• Excellent organisational and analytical skills to manage diverse HR functions.
• Effective communication abilities to collaborate across departments.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

Job Offer

Private mental, dental, enhanced pension, 25 days holiday + bank holidays and much more! The role offers hybrid working, requiring you to be in the offer in Bicester 2 days per week.