At a Glance
- Tasks: Build the UK People function from scratch and lead hiring strategies.
- Company: Exciting tech platform revolutionising logistics, launching in London.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, 25 days holiday, and strong benefits package.
- Other info: Fast-paced, collaborative culture with clear growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Shape company culture and influence decisions from day one.
- Qualifications: 8-10 years HR experience, ideally in startup environments.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
Robert Half is partnering with a globally scaling, Hong Kong-founded tech platform revolutionising the logistics space, as they prepare for their London launch this August. This is a foundational hire, so a rare opportunity to build the entire UK People function from the ground up as part of the founding team.
The Opportunity
This is far more than a traditional HR role. You’ll be the go‑to People lead in the UK, partnering closely with leadership locally and globally, while setting up the infrastructure needed to scale a high‑growth business.
What You’ll Be Doing
- People Ops & Build
- Set up and own all UK HR infrastructure (payroll, benefits, policies, systems)
- Ensure compliance with UK employment law, working closely with HQ in Hong Kong
- Build scalable processes to support rapid team growth
- Hiring & Talent
- Lead hiring strategy end-to-end across all business areas
- Partner with leadership to define hiring plans and deliver at pace
- Build strong talent pipelines and elevate candidate experience
- Business Partnering
- Act as a trusted advisor to the UK MD and leadership team
- Use data and insights to challenge and influence business decisions
- Coach managers and drive performance, engagement and team effectiveness
- Culture & Launch
- Play a key role in launching and embedding company culture in London
- Drive engagement, team initiatives and local
- Act as the “eyes and ears” for HQ
What We’re Looking For
- 8–10 years’ experience within HR, ideally in startup / scale‑up environments
- Strong People Ops foundation with proven ability to build from scratch
- Experience working with global teams / overseas HQ
- Commercial, confident and comfortable challenging stakeholders
- Proactive, curious and genuinely excited by the business and mission
- Able to operate independently in a fast‑paced, evolving environment
- Huge plus: Cantonese or Mandarin skills (given close collaboration with Hong Kong HQ)
The Culture
- Founder‑led, entrepreneurial and fast‑moving
- High‑performance but collaborative
- Curious, data‑driven and commercially minded
- A real opportunity to shape and influence from day one
What’s on Offer
- Competitive + discretionary bonus
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Strong benefits package
- Clear growth path as the team scales
- Exposure to global leadership and strategic decision‑making
Key Things to Know
- 5 days on‑site – early‑stage, highly collaborative environment
- Fast timelines ahead of August launch
People Operations Manager in London employer: Energy Jobline ZR
As a People Operations Manager at this innovative tech platform in London, you will be part of a dynamic and entrepreneurial team dedicated to revolutionising the logistics space. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and performance, the company offers a competitive salary, a robust benefits package, and 25 days of holiday, alongside clear opportunities for professional growth as you help shape the UK People function from the ground up. This role not only allows you to influence the company's culture but also provides exposure to global leadership, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced environment.
