People Operations Manager

Leeds Interim View Job Description
This is a 6-12 month fixed‑term role leading a People Operations team through a major centralisation programme while remaining hands‑on in delivering core HR processes. It requires driving operational efficiency, implementing improved systems and AI‑enabled workflows, and building team capability to support a newly centralised shared‑service model.
  • Are you an expert in process improvement?
  • Do you have a strong understanding of technology and AI in HR?

About Our Client

Our client is a dynamic, multi-brand organisation in the creative and digital sectors, backed by private equity and undergoing significant transformation.

Job Description

  • 6-12 month fixed‑term contract leading a People Operations team through a major centralisation and transformation programme.
  • Act as a hands‑on player‑coach, delivering core HR processes while building and developing team capability.
  • Oversee the centralisation of HR administration, including onboarding, contracts, benefits, offboarding, and compliance processes.
  • Drive process improvement, workflow redesign, and operational efficiency across all employment lifecycle activities.
  • Implement and optimise HR technology, automation, and AI‑enabled tools to streamline operations.
  • Ensure legal compliance, data integrity, and accurate monthly payroll coordination.
  • Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders across multiple business units and support successful adoption of new processes.
  • Deliver high‑quality operational reporting, people metrics, and insights to senior leaders.

The Successful Applicant

  • An experienced People Operations professional with a strong track record in delivering end‑to‑end HR processes and leading small operational teams.
  • Brings a hands‑on, player‑coach approach - confident stepping into the detail while guiding and developing others.
  • Skilled in improving and streamlining HR workflows, with a practical understanding of how to drive efficiency through technology, automation, and emerging AI tools.
  • Thrives in fast‑paced, evolving environments, demonstrating resilience, adaptability, and a calm, solutions‑focused mindset.
  • Highly organised with strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and high‑quality operational output.
  • Able to build strong relationships across functions and communicate clearly, supporting colleagues through change and adopting new ways of working.

What's on Offer

  • A 6-12 month fixed‑term contract with the opportunity to shape and lead a newly centralised People Operations function during a pivotal transformation.
  • A salary of £60,000 for the duration of the fixed‑term contract.
  • The chance to introduce new technologies, automation, and AI‑enabled efficiencies to modernise People Operations.
  • A dynamic, fast‑moving environment where your work directly improves operational efficiency, compliance, and scalability.
  • Strong cross‑functional exposure and collaboration with senior leaders, Finance, IT, and HR teams, offering excellent professional development and visibility.



If this sounds like something of interest to you - please apply today!

Contact
Georgi Cox
Quote job ref
JN-032026-6981516
Phone number
+441132437720

Job summary

Job function
Human Resources
Subsector
Change Management
Sector
Business Services
Location
Leeds
Contract type
Interim
Consultant name
Georgi Cox
Consultant phone
+441132437720
Job reference
JN-032026-6981516