At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate People operations, manage projects, and support strategic initiatives.
- Company: Join QinetiQ, a leader in defence technology innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous holiday, health plans, and employee discounts.
- Other info: Work in a state-of-the-art facility with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team shaping the future of defence technology.
- Qualifications: Project management experience and strong analytical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
At QinetiQ we are creating the future of defence technology. Join us as a People Operations Manager at our Farnborough site to work with cutting‑edge technology and some of the most brilliant minds in the industry.
Responsibilities
- Act as the central point of coordination across the People function, ensuring alignment across priorities and workstreams.
- Lead governance activity, including planning cycles, reporting, and executive‑level insights.
- Manage and deliver key projects and initiatives that support the People strategy.
- Produce high‑quality, accurate reporting and analysis to support senior decision‑making.
- Partner closely with the Chief People Officer and senior stakeholders on priority activities.
- Bring structure and continuous improvement to a fast‑paced, evolving operational environment.
Essential Experience
- Strong operational and project management experience with the ability to drive delivery across multiple workstreams.
- Experience working with or alongside HR/People functions in a complex organisational environment.
- Proven ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders, including executive‑level leaders.
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to produce high‑quality, accurate outputs at pace.
- Strong analytical and reporting skills, with confidence using data to support decision‑making.
- Ability to work autonomously in a fast‑paced, ambiguous environment, prioritising effectively and taking ownership.
Essential Qualifications
- Demonstrable project management experience or recognised project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, Agile, PMP).
- Evidence of working with highly sensitive or confidential information in a professional environment.
We value difference and do not have a fixed idea regarding background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn. This role is 37 hours per week based at our Farnborough site with a minimum average site attendance of three days per week.
Location
Our Farnborough site houses a state‑of‑the‑art facility, including high‑energy laser technologies, a 5m pressurised wind tunnel with unique UK simulation capability and large research and development projects. You will be part of our talented Teams of Engineers, IT & Cyber Specialists, Project Managers, Group Functions Teams and many more.
Benefits
- Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance.
- Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days.
- Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance.
- Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more.
- Support for the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.
- Volunteering Opportunities – helping charities and the local community.
Requirements
Mandatory: Eligibility for SC clearance, as a minimum.
People Operations Manager in Farnborough employer: QinetiQ
At QinetiQ, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration at our state-of-the-art Farnborough site. As a People Operations Manager, you will benefit from a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and a matched contribution pension scheme, while also having the opportunity to work alongside some of the brightest minds in defence technology. We are committed to employee growth and development, providing access to health plans, volunteering opportunities, and a supportive environment that values diversity and continuous improvement.
