At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead People Operations transformation and deliver high-quality HR services.
- Company: Centrica is a FTSE100 organisation focused on creating a greener energy system.
- Benefits: Receive tailored support, a dedicated mentor, and flexible working arrangements.
- Other info: Placement is a 12-month fixed term with potential for permanent employment.
- Why this job: Join a community valuing military and elite athlete experiences in a transformative role.
- Qualifications: Military service leavers or elite athletes with recent competitive experience are preferred.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We're so much more than an energy company. We're a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn't rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities.
Hybrid with occasional office travel for collaboration and team meetings. Length of Placement: 12-month Fixed Term Contract with significant potential to roll off into a Permanent role. A programme designed to help you thrive during career transition.
We're delighted to open applications for our Military & Elite Athlete Talent Placement Programme - September 2026 Intake. Whether you're leaving the Armed Forces or finishing an elite sporting career, we welcome the experience, discipline and resilience you bring. You'll gain hands-on experience in a FTSE100 organisation, receive tailored support, and join a community that values who you are and what you can offer. We have five placement roles available, and People Operations Lead role is one of them.
As a People Operations Lead, you'll lead and deliver critical People Operations transformation activity whilst providing high-quality operational leadership across core HR services, ensuring a consistent, efficient and colleague-centric experience.
- Transformation delivery: aligned to the Future Operating Model and technology roadmap
- Operational leadership: across Employee Relations (ER) processes and case management
The role directly supports Centrica's shift to:
- A tech-enabled, data-driven People Operations function
- A consistent, scalable ER and case management model
Operating Model Transformation:
- Support design and implementation of the Future People Operations model
- Technology & Process Transformation:
- Lead delivery of People Operations technology changes
- Embed automation, workflow consistency, and data insight
Provide leadership across day-to-day People Operations activities.
Experience of HR / People Operations / ER environments. Ability to translate strategy into practical delivery and lead change in ambiguous environments. Leading teams through change or transformation. An interest in People transformation and Technology & operational improvement. Exposure to enterprise-level transformation. Experience in building and scaling operational capabilities.
On placement you'll also have a dedicated business mentor, opportunities to meet senior leaders, and plenty of support to settle into your role.
- Military Service Leavers: leaving the Forces or within the 2-year CTP window at application
- Elite Athletes: international competition experience and/or professional UK sports experience within the last three years
Real project & transformation experience in a FTSE100 organisation. A dedicated mentor to help you build commercial skills. Flexible working and travel to office locations only when collaboration is needed. Access to our Employee Networks. A Buddy from our Ex-Military or Athlete communities.
How your skills, experience, capabilities and personal qualities align to the role: Military or athletic experience.
Application deadline: midnight Friday 26th June. Screening Interviews - online: Business Area Interviews - face to face: July and August at one of our office locations.
If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority.
Help us, help you. We would love for you to share any information about yourself throughout our recruitment process so that we can better understand you and help shape your journey.
Military & Elite Athlete 2026 Talent Placement People Operations Lead in Coventry employer: Centrica - CHP
Centrica, located in the UK, offers a unique opportunity to work in a FTSE100 company committed to sustainability. Employees benefit from flexible working, mentorship, and access to employee networks, fostering a supportive environment for career transitions.
