HR Operations Manager (Pay & Reward Focus) – Grade 7

Location: Taunton (Hybrid – 2–3 days onsite) Organisation: Somerset Contract: 12 Months (Interim) ⏱️ Hours: 37 per week

Rate:

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£28.56 per hour (PAYE)

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£39.60 per hour (Umbrella)

About the Role We are seeking an experienced Interim HR Operations Manager to lead and strengthen HR operational delivery, with a particular focus on Pay & Reward during a period of transformation.

This role will ensure high-quality day-to-day service while driving improvements across processes, systems, and governance, and supporting the delivery of a wider Total Pay & Reward Programme.

Key Responsibilities

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Provide senior oversight across HR Operations and support service delivery and prioritisation

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Lead improvements to streamline processes and enhance consistency and efficiency

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Manage and develop the Pay & Reward team and oversee job evaluation activity

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Maintain reward frameworks, benefits, and recognition approaches

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Ensure effective establishment control, governance, and reporting

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Provide expert advice on reward, organisational change, and complex HR matters

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Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, HR colleagues, and Trade Unions

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Support transformation and moder...