People Services Manager - Maternity Cover (12 month)

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Peacehaven; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A public safety organization in the UK is seeking a People Services Manager for a maternity cover role. This position focuses on leading a dedicated team to enhance employee services and drive operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership abilities, a passion for fostering an inclusive culture, and experience in people management. Full-time hours of 37 per week with a competitive salary package is offered.

Qualifications

• Proactive leadership in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to drive operational excellence and foster an inclusive culture.
• Experience in managing people services teams and operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a People Services team.
• Ensure consistency in employee lifecycle operations.
• Deliver innovative solutions and data-driven insights.

Job description

People Services Manager - Maternity Cover (12 month)

Employer:

South Wales Fire and Rescue Service

Location:

CF72 8LX

Pay:

£51,356 to £52,413 per year

Contract Type:

Contract

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

28/12/2025

About this job

Please apply by: 19th December 2025, midday.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of People Services within a dynamic and forward-thinking Directorate.

As a People Services Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence, fostering an inclusive culture, and ensuring a seamless employee experience across the organisation.

We are looking for a proactive leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering innovative solutions that make a real impact.

Reporting to the Head of People Services, the People Services Manager (PSM) leads on delivering key priorities for the Directorate.

The role involves comanaging a centralised People Services team to ensure seamless, consistent day-to-day operations across the employee lifecycle, from selection and onboarding to promotions and reward.

We’re looking for someone who can lead, coach, and motivate the team, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and deliver data-driven insights to influence strategic decisions.

You’ll work closely with the wider People Team and leaders to ensure consistency and a great employee experience.

• Contract: Maternity Cover 12 Month FTC
• Grade: 17
• Hours of Work: 37 hours per week
• Directorate: People Services
• Job Ref: 505445
• Location: Fire HQ, Forest View Business Park, Llantrisant