Senior People Services Manager

Senior People Services Manager

Full-Time 40000 - 45000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Katie Bard

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead and transform a dynamic People Services team to enhance employee experience.
  • Company: Join a forward-thinking company focused on modernising HR processes.
  • Benefits: Hybrid work model, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Exciting time for transformation with a focus on technology and continuous improvement.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact by driving change in a fast-paced environment.
  • Qualifications: Experience in leading HR teams and delivering operational improvements.

The predicted salary is between 40000 - 45000 Β£ per year.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced HR Operations or People Services leader to take ownership of a high-profile function that is undergoing significant transformation. You will inherit an established People Services team and play a key role in modernising processes, improving employee experience and driving operational excellence across a complex, fast-paced business.

The Opportunity

As Senior People Services Manager you will lead a successful People Services function responsible for delivering exceptional employee experience across the entire employment lifecycle. The role will manage three Team Leads who each has their own team. Working closely with senior HR leaders and key business stakeholders, you will influence strategy, improve service delivery, champion technology and create a culture focused on continuous improvement. You will be joining the business at an exciting time as it invests heavily in transforming the People function through new technology, improved processes and a customer-first approach.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, coach and develop an established People Services team.
  • Manage day-to-day HR operations whilst continually improving service delivery.
  • Drive transformation projects that improve efficiency and employee experience.
  • Review, redesign and simplify HR processes.
  • Build strong relationships across HR, Payroll, Recruitment and wider business teams.
  • Create meaningful service metrics and use data to improve performance.
  • Champion a 'right first time' culture.
  • Lead operational governance, policies and process documentation.
  • Oversee onboarding, pre-employment screening and employee lifecycle processes.
  • Support major HR systems and technology initiatives including ServiceNow.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders.

Applicants must have experience managing team leaders, including team leaders within an HR Shared Services environment ideally within professional services.

You will have:

  • Significant experience leading HR Operations or People Services teams.
  • Strong understanding of the employee lifecycle.
  • Proven experience delivering operational change and continuous improvement.
  • Leadership experience developing high-performing teams.
  • Customer service improvement experience within HR.

Senior People Services Manager employer: Katie Bard

Join a forward-thinking organisation in Birmingham as a Senior People Services Manager, where you will lead a dynamic team through an exciting transformation journey. With a strong focus on employee experience and operational excellence, the company fosters a collaborative work culture that prioritises continuous improvement and innovation. Enjoy the benefits of hybrid working, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment.

Katie Bard

Contact Details:

Katie Bard Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior People Services Manager

HR Operations Management
People Services Leadership
Employee Experience Improvement
Operational Excellence
Team Development
Process Redesign
Relationship Building