Interim Head of HR Operations / Senior HR Operations Manager

Coventry

Up to £70k

Immediate Start | 6 Months FTC

We are seeking a hands-on Interim Head of HR Operations to provide cover during a short-term absence. This is a caretaking role for a confident HR professional who can step in immediately and take ownership of HR operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead HR operations and shared services, ensuring smooth day-to-day running.
• Act as a trusted business partner with a generalist HR approach, supporting multiple areas as needed.
• Deliver change initiatives with minimal supervision, driving measurable outcomes.
• Manage BAU HR activities while leading specific improvement or transition projects.
• Ensure HR processes are efficient, effective, and compliant.

Requirements:

• Strong background in HR Operations & Shared Services with proven results.
• Generalist HR expertise, ideally from a smaller organisation where multiple hats are worn.
• Demonstrable change management capability.
• Project and delivery-oriented mindset, balancing ongoing operations with targeted initiatives.
• Immediate availability to step in and take ownership from day one.
• Payroll experience is not required.

If you are a proactive HR leader who thrives in a hands-on role and can make an immediate impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to join a team where your expertise will be valued from day one!