People Operations Lead

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People Operations Lead Paying up to £55k 12-month Fixed Term Contract Hybrid working arrangement is offered Ready to build, scale, and streamline People operations in a fast-growing, international business? This is your chance to step into a high-impact role where you’ll shape how the People function operates—end to end. Our client is looking for a People Operations Lead to bring structure, consistency, and smart processes across the entire employee lifecycle. From onboarding to promotions, performance cycles to offboarding—you’ll make it all run seamlessly. You’ll partner with senior leaders, support managers, and drive key People initiatives, all while improving systems, workflows, and data visibility in a dynamic, evolving environment. Key responsibilities of the People Operations Lead: * Own and optimise People processes across the employee lifecycle * Lead delivery of core initiatives (performance, promotions, comp reviews) * Standardise workflows, documentation, and policies globally * Strengthen controls, compliance, and operational efficiency * Improve People systems (HRIS, ATS, performance tools) and reporting * Support managers with clear guidance, timelines, and communications * Drive continuous improvement and automation opportunities Key requirements for the People Operations Lead: * Proven experience in People/HR Operations within a fast-paced, scaling business * Strong process design and project management skills * Experience supporting international teams * Detail-focused, but commercially minded * Confident communicator who can influence and drive change * Comfortable owning priorities in a lean, evolving environment Why Join? You will have the opportunity to make your mark in a growing global organisation where your ideas, structure, and leadership will directly shape the People function. If you are interested in this People Operations Lead position and feel your experience matches the criteria, then please apply now for immediate consideration or for more information please contact Kerry Norman. Medlock Partners are a professional services recruitment specialist operating across the Northwest of England. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances, including minorities and those with disabilities. Please note our advertisements use years' experience and salary levels purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion
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Location:
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Salary:
£50,000 - £55,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Personnel/Recruitment

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