Head of People Operations at Kreston Reeves leading HR systems, ensuring compliance, and optimizing People services across the firm.
Responsibilities
**Delivery of fully optimised and efficient People systems and processes which support the employees and the business**
Delivery of intelligent, accurate and timely management information which informs and supports business decisions
Design and development of policies and procedures which are fit for purpose, compliant and support the business
Design of all reward and benefits, and the design of the operational processes to deliver these to the business
**Key Tasks**:
Lead and develop HR operational strategy, ensuring alignment with the Firm’s objectives and People Team priorities and ensuring continuous improvement of processes
Oversee and optimise the HRIS (Cascade) to ensure system security in line with our GDPR obligations, and to ensure that workflows are maintained and developed, data is accurate and confidentiality is maintained.
Oversee core People processes such as onboarding, offboarding, maternity, absences, payroll, benefits and compliance and ensuring our processes are efficient, consistent and aligned with Firm’s policies
Provide oversight of payroll delivery, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with HMRC obligations, and undertake detailed payroll audits each month
Oversee and lead the Firm’s cyclical activities including annual salary reviews, benefit renewals, gender pay gap reporting and data audits
Ensure compliance with employment law, GDPR, and internal policies through regular auditing and updates
Generate and analyse People metrics and produce reports to support strategic decisions
Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and process documentation
Act as a key escalation point for operational HR queries and issues
Manage third-party supplier relationships related to HR services, systems, or benefits
Act as a trusted advisor to managers and employees on HR policy, process and systems
Collaborate with senior leadership and internal teams to ensure accurate and timely processing of employee data and alignment with business needs.
Work with external providers (e.g., benefits, HR software) to ensure high-quality service and value
Lead change management initiatives related to HR systems, processes, and policies
Oversee the Operations team, through the distribution of tasks, performance reviews and other People Manager responsibilities
Prepare paperwork and lead
Requirements
A strong verbal and written communicator, with the ability to build constructive and positive relationships
CIPD qualified with proven experience of managing and influencing key stakeholders to improve people capability and operational efficiency
Strong problem solving skills, with the ability to view a problem from different perspectives in order to identify the best solution for the business
A strong project manager with the ability to oversee complex projects and draw in the appropriate resources at the right time
Experience of coaching, mentoring and providing constructive feedback to others
Proven ability to identify and manage people risk
Attention to detail and the ability to manage, manipulate and read data to gain insights
Highly IT literate and numerate
Highly experienced user of Excel
** Desired: **
Experience of using IRIS Cascade or another workflow based HRIS
Experience of overseeing data and system integration across multiple systems
Experience of overseeing internal payroll
Power BI capability
Benefits
Financial wellbeing – competitive salary, contributory pension scheme, Life Assurance, Health Cash Plan, Income Protection Scheme and Perks at Work discounts and rewards.
Leave – 25.5 days plus bank holidays, holiday buying Mental wellbeing – hybrid working (3 days in the office/2 from home) and flexible working policies, Employee Assistance Programme and counselling
Physical wellbeing –Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and an annual flu jab.
Recognition – monthly nominations for financial awards based on culture and values
Development – we offer continuous support and development with clear mapped progression routes across the business, as well as access to internal and external training courses
Diversity, inclusion and belonging – we operate several family-friendly policies and take proactive steps to create an inclusive environment
ESG – give as you earn, 1 extra day off each year to take up volunteering opportunities. Opportunities to support our commitment to charitable causes
Travel – other optional benefits include: cycle to work scheme, interest-free season ticket loan (London only), interest-free car/motorbike loan
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