At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead HR Operations & Systems, ensuring high-quality service and efficient processes.
- Company: A charity in London focused on impactful HR operations.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and a chance to make a difference.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Join a mission-driven team and enhance HR services while leading change.
- Qualifications: Experience in HR operations, systems management, and payroll oversight.
The predicted salary is between 50500 - 60000 £ per year.
I am urgently seeking an Interim Deputy Head of HR Operations and Systems for a charity based in the City area of London for an initial period of 3 to 6 months at a salary in the range of £50,500 to £60,000 per year. The role can be carried out on a hybrid working basis with at least 1 day per week in the office and the remainder working from home.
This role leads the HR Operations & Systems function (c6 people), ensuring delivery of efficient, high-quality HR services across the organisation. It is responsible for team leadership, delivery of monthly and annual HR operational processes and ongoing development of our HR system (iTrent) and HR processes. In doing so it will own the day-to-day HR relationship with Payroll.
The role plays a key part in stabilising and improving HR operations and ensuring strong governance and accountability across HR Operations & Systems, enabling the wider HR team to operate effectively and support organisational change, contributing to the delivery of our People and HR strategies.
The main responsibilities will include:
- Provide leadership and management to the HR Operations and Systems team, ensuring a proactive, high-quality service across the organisation.
- Act as the primary liaison between HR and Payroll teams, ensuring effective management of the monthly payroll cycle and timely resolution of issues.
- Act as the senior escalation point for complex and high-risk operational matters (e.g. pay, system issues), ensuring appropriate and timely decision-making.
- Oversee and continuously improve HR operational processes to enhance efficiency, consistency, and service quality.
- Take lead accountability for ensuring iTrent is prepared and built to facilitate organisational change projects, including the transfer of staff under TUPE.
- Act as System Administrator for iTrent alongside specialist team members, to ensure development of the system is managed at pace.
Reporting to the Head of HR, the successful candidate will have experience of:
- Managing / leading an HR Operations / Shared Services & HR Systems function
- Overseeing HR operational delivery, including employee lifecycle processes and HR administration
- Working with HR systems (ideally iTrent) including system development, optimisation, or implementation
- Working closely with payroll teams and overseeing payroll changes
- Managing the monthly payroll
- Ideally from working in the not-for-profit sector
If you have the skills and experience required for this role and you can be available within 1 month's notice, please apply now by sending through your up-to-date CV and contact details.
Interim Deputy Head of HR Operations & Systems employer: Morgan Law client
As an Interim Deputy Head of HR Operations & Systems at our charity based in the vibrant City area of London, you will join a supportive and dynamic work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and a commitment to enhancing HR services, we offer a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while developing your leadership skills in a collaborative environment dedicated to positive organisational change.
