Interim Senior Human Resources Operations Manager

About the Role 

As Interim Senior Human Resources Operations Manager, you will be responsible for driving the implementation and delivery of best-in-class people management operations, processes and procedures. 

You will work closely with the People Director, Learning and Development Manager, other function heads, and teams to deliver against the business objectives and to continue to drive a culture which makes a positive difference to our people. 

You will be responsible for; 

• Leading the people operations team as well as partnership support to all our managers, leaders and colleagues to develop and embed a high performing, inclusive culture, with best-in-class people practices deployed at all times.  

• Working collaboratively with the People Director to help direct the People team across the employee life cycle, including; recruitment and onboarding, colleague engagement, organisational design, employee relations, pay and reward, health and wellbeing, policy development, performance management, diversity and inclusion, talent management and succession planning.  

• Support People Director with the development and implementation of reward strategies to ensure that we can attract, retain and develop colleagues at all levels. 

About you 

MCIPD qualified or equivalent with experience of key people and development activities including - reward and recognition, employee engagement, organisational design, business change management, employee relations, recruitment, absence management, equality, diversity and talent management.  Strength in reward and recognition will be highly advantageous.  

You will be highly effective influencing skills and a strong ability to work collaboratively with peers to drive and promote the benefit of strong people leadership.  

What’s in it for you? 

You’ll be a key team player in one of the largest water retailers in the UK, with lots of benefits and the chance to grow your career.  

• Salary circa £55,000 including bonus up to 20% 

• Attractive pension plan 

• 31 days annual leave and six bank holidays 

• Subsidised canteen and free gym membership  

• Employee discounts  

Why we’re the right fit 

We’re passionate about providing a great place to work, where our colleagues feel trusted, valued, supported and empowered, whatever their background or role. And we’re committed to providing an inclusive workplace that welcomes and promotes diversity and provides equal opportunities for everyone. In everything we do, we’re driven to make a positive difference, and always strive to do the right thing by our customers, our people, our local communities and the environment. Life at Business Stream is fast-paced and exciting, where no two days are the same.  

Who we are 

Business Stream is one of the largest water retailers in the UK and a trusted service provider to over 300,000 business customers. With over 16 years’ experience of operating in a competitive water market – longer than any other retailer – we’re the chosen service provider for businesses and organisations ranging from small corner shops to large industrial estates. Headquartered in Edinburgh and employing around 350 people, we provide a range of services including metering and billing, water efficiency support and, water and waste water management solutions.  

How to make this job all yours 

We’re looking to welcome exceptional people into our fantastic team so if you think this job is for you, we’d love to hear from you. To apply, please click the ‘Apply’ button at the bottom of this page, and send us a copy of your CV. The closing date for applications is Tuesday 19 November 2024 at 5pm  

A Disability Confident Committed Employer  

If you consider yourself to have a disability, we encourage you to disclose that as part of your application. That means we can provide the necessary support and use your unique talents effectively. 

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