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We are looking for a Senior People Operations Delivery Manager to lead the delivery of HR services across the full employee lifecycle. The role is responsible for managing People Operations teams, driving operational excellence, leading the adoption and implementation of change initiatives, and using data to improve service performance and colleague experience.
Job Responsibility:
Lead People Operations delivery teams (c.15 FTE) to provide high-quality HR services across Tier 1 query management and employee lifecycle processes
Manage performance against SLAs, KPIs and quality standards
Lead the delivery of change programmes, using HR data and service insights to assess readiness, identify risks, and ensure successful adoption of new systems and processes
Use HR data, analytics, and service metrics to identify trends, diagnose root causes, and drive actionable improvements
Ensure compliance with GDPR, employment law, audit controls, and internal policies
Collaborate with HR, Finance, Reward, Payroll, Legal and Colleague Relations teams
Manage third-party service providers and ensure effective governance
Build an inclusive, high-performing team culture through coaching, performance management and leadership behaviours
Requirements:
Strong leadership experience with advanced knowledge of HR Operations, Shared Services or HR Process Delivery
Proven track record in managing change, including leading transformation initiatives and ensuring successful adoption of new systems and processes
Proficient analytical skills
ability to interpret HR metrics, service data and workforce trends, translating data into clear insights and operational actions
Strong Excel skills
Strong decision-making, prioritisation and problem-solving capabilities
Knowledge of compliance frameworks including GDPR, employment law and audit requirements
Excellent communication skills, with ability to influence senior stakeholders
Ability to coach and develop managers and teams
Highly organised, structured and able to work in a fast-paced environment
Experience using HR technology, case management platforms or workflow systems
Nice to have:
Degree-level education or equivalent experience
CIPD or relevant HR qualification
What we offer:
Unlimited basic and premium standby tickets on British Airways flights
Up to 30 discounted ‘Hotline’ airfares per year for yourself, friends, and family