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Strategic People Operations Leader

Ref: 588745

Manchester

£60,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Leadership
  • Operational Excellence
  • Change Management

About the candidate

About the Candidate

A distinguished Strategic People Operations Leader, recognised for swift advancement from HR roles to senior leadership across multifaceted organisational landscapes. This candidate has excelled in establishing, stabilising, and scaling HR functions, demonstrating a proficiency in navigating complex, evolving business environments. Their expertise is highlighted by a tangible track record of setting up HR divisions from the ground up, ensuring compliance and enhancing operational effectiveness across various industries, including manufacturing. Adept at engaging with stakeholders at all levels, they have been instrumental in driving forward organisational change, improving efficiency, and managing risk.

Known for a pragmatic and commercially astute approach, this candidate fosters a culture of continuous improvement, quality, and safety. They have a consistent record of developing and implementing robust operational and HR strategies that support sustainable business growth, alongside their ability to lead and inspire multidisciplinary teams to excel and achieve stringent performance targets.

What makes them great?

  • Operational Excellence: Directly contributed to the enhancement of operational efficiency and employee engagement through the successful implementation of a new employee benefits platform and HR systems.
  • Continuous Improvement Leader: Spearheaded initiatives in a priority department leading to the establishment of new KPIs and performance assessments, resulting in measurable productivity improvements.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Trusted advisor to senior management, excelling in roles that require high-level decision-making and the ability to influence corporate governance.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic HR Leadership: Proven ability to establish and grow HR functions that align with business objectives and meet the evolving demands within diverse sectors such as manufacturing.
  • Quality & Compliance: Skilled in the introduction and oversight of systems that enhance product quality, reduce risk, and ensure continuous compliance to industry standards.
  • Change Management: Expert in leading change initiatives, creating effective strategies, and executing plans that minimise disruption and drive business success.