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Interim People Services Manager

Waddington Brown
Posted 18 hours ago, valid for a month
Location

Norwich, Norfolk NR1 3FS, England

Salary

£65,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance
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  • The position is for an Interim People Services Manager with a contract duration of 4 to 6 months, potentially extendable, based in Norwich.
  • The role requires established HR experience and a CIPD qualification is preferred, along with proven team management experience.
  • Key responsibilities include leading a small team, reviewing HR processes, implementing a new HR information system (HRiS), and developing best practices.
  • The salary for this role is up to £65,000, with additional benefits such as an enhanced pension scheme, healthcare, and hybrid working options.
  • Candidates should be available to start in January and have a passion for developing others and exceptional communication skills.

FTC 4-6 months (possibly longer)

Hybrid, Norwich. Full time / part time hours


We are working with our client who is an established name in the professional services sector within East Anglia on their immediate need for an Interim People Services Manager. This is a contract for 4 to 6 months but there is the possibility that it could be extended beyond this. In the role of Interim People Services Manager, you will lead a small team and set out activities to develop best practice as well as lead, coach and develop the team of Advisors. There are a number of projects that need to be developed including implementation of a new HRiS so this is a fantastic opportunity to have a real impact in this role.

Responsibilities in the role of Interim People Services Manager include:

Review job descriptions within the HR function and manage expectations of the HR team accordingly

Restructure of the HR team and ensure effective reporting lines are established

Review processes and activities for effectiveness. Implement new ways of working where necessary

Implementation of the new HRiS and investigate areas of automation that can be implemented throughout the wider business

Implementation of a new grading structure to ensure that the organisation remains competitive when attracting new talent

As Interim People Services Manager you will have:

Established HR experience and an understanding of what HR best practice looks like

CIPD qualification preferred

Proven experience in managing HR departments and team management experience

Passion for developing others, leading and inspiring them to achieve their best

Exceptional communication within all levels of the business

Benefits for the role of Interim People Services Manager include:

Salary up to £65k

Enhanced Pension scheme

Death in service

Employee Assistance Programme

Healthcare

Free parking

Hybrid working 3 days in the Norwich office

Full time / part time hours / Flexi hours


If this role sounds of interest and you are available to start in January, please get in touch with Eithne Sanders at Waddington Brown for more information.

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