Interim HR operations manager

Interim Operations Manager – Higher Education

• £27 – £32 per hour
• c6 months
• Hybrid
• Westminster
• ASAP start

My client is looking for an Interim Operations Manager to lead and support professional services staff within a higher education research environment. This role is key to ensuring operational excellence across HR, finance, and research support functions.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Leadership & Operations: Oversee professional services staff, ensuring effective operational management and compliance with university policies.
2. HR & Staffing: Provide first-line HR support, managing recruitment, onboarding, and HR processes while ensuring best practices.
3. Finance & Resource Management: Assist with budgeting, financial monitoring, and research funding administration.
4. Research & Academic Support: Support research funding applications, liaise with funding bodies, and ensure smooth operations for research projects.
5. Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with academic and professional service teams, as well as external partners, to support the centre’s objectives.
6. Events Management: Organize high-profile meetings and events with partner institutions and advisory boards.

Requirements:

1. Experience in a senior administrative or operations role within higher education or a similar complex environment.
2. Strong understanding of HR processes, UK employment law, and best practices.
3. Proven leadership and team management skills.
4. Experience with financial management, budgeting, and reporting.
5. Ability to use university systems effectively.
6. Strong communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management abilities.

Role Details:

Hybrid working: Minimum 3 days on-site (flexible on which days).

Interview process: Single-stage interview, with a potential second stage.

If you have the relevant experience and are available immediately, please get in touch. Apply now!

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