Head of People OperationsLocation: ManchesterContract Type: Full-time, PermanentHours: 37.5 per weekSalary: £55,000 £65,000, dependent on experience Our client is brave, bold and inclusive.Our client does things differently. They are on a mission to develop the next generation of talent who are ready to make an impact in the world. Now, they are looking for a highly experienced and strategic Head of People Operations to join their People and lead the delivery of first-class HR operations across the entire employee lifecycle.The RoleAs Head of People Operations, you ll be responsible for leading a dedicated team across HR Business Partnering, Payroll, Recruitment, and Administration. Reporting to the Chief of People and Place, you will ensure legal compliance, operational excellence, and alignment with our client s strategic goals.You ll champion efficient, compliant, and people-focused processes, supporting everything from onboarding to employee relations, while driving change and continuous improvement across HR systems, policy, and performance culture.What You ll Do:Lead, develop, and inspire the People Operations team, ensuring best-in-class service delivery.Oversee policy development and ensure compliance with employment legislation.Provide strategic support on complex employee relations matters and organisational change.Manage payroll operations and reward processes to ensure accuracy and compliance.Use people data and systems to deliver insight and guide strategic decis