At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and transform payroll operations while optimising employee experience with innovative strategies.
- Company: Join a globally respected client as a key HR leader in their UK head office.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, leadership role, and opportunities for international collaboration.
- Other info: Promote well-being and continuous improvement in a dynamic work environment.
- Why this job: Drive major transformation initiatives and make a real impact on employee engagement.
- Qualifications: Senior HR leadership experience and strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation required.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
We are exclusively partnering with one of our global, highly regarded clients to identify a visionary Senior HR executive with profound expertise in payroll and personnel administration to join their UK head office as Head of Reward Operations UK. As a key leader in the people function you will operate across both strategic and operational axes, so this high-profile role offers a substantial remit, international collaboration, and the significant independence required to drive major transformation initiatives. The successful candidate will position the function as a true business partner utilising data, technology, and emerging AI to optimise costs, mitigate risks, and enhance the overall employee experience whilst ensuring the seamless, compliant delivery of full-scope payroll, time, and personal administration services.
Key Responsibilities
- Set a meaningful vision and objectives for the UK team, ensuring close alignment with overarching global business strategies.
- Ensure all Reward Operations services are delivered on time, to quality, and within cost parameters, while maintaining absolute compliance with UK legislation and GDPR.
- Lead the assessment, feasibility, and implementation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into operations to maximise efficiency while robustly managing associated risks.
- Foster international harmonisation and standardisation, ensuring the UK function contributes effectively to global projects and works seamlessly with Global Business Services.
- Resource, develop, and inspire your team. Promote well-being and work-life balance as the cultural norm, actively improving engagement levels and developing individual competencies.
- Cultivate an environment of continuous improvement and innovation, actively detecting and eliminating non-added-value activities.
Required Skills and Experience
- Proven experience in a senior HR leadership role with exceptional people management skills and a track record of inspiring large teams.
- Strong, up-to-date knowledge of UK payroll legislation, tax regulations, and compliance.
- Robust familiarity with payroll software, HRIS, and HCM systems (experience with SAP and Workday is highly advantageous).
- Demonstrated experience leading significant operational projects underpinned by recognised change management methodologies.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Relevant professional payroll certifications would be a distinct advantage.
Head of Reward Operations employer: Randstad
As a leading global employer, our client offers an exceptional work environment that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. The Head of Reward Operations role at the UK head office not only provides the opportunity to drive transformative initiatives but also fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration, ensuring that employees are empowered to excel in their careers while enjoying a healthy work-life balance. With a commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology and data-driven strategies, this position is ideal for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in a dynamic and supportive setting.
