Interim HR Operations Manager

HR Manager Up to £55,000 plus benefits FTC - 6 months (could be extended/made perm) Derby - Hybrid Full Time We are recruiting for an experienced HR Manager to join a fast-paced, multi-site organisation on an interim basis. This role will lead the delivery of efficient and people-focused HR operations across the business, ensuring a high-quality employee experience throughout the full employee lifecycle. Reporting into senior HR leadership, you will also manage a small HR team and support ongoing process improvement and operational efficiency initiatives. Key Responsibilities - Oversee day-to-day HR operations across onboarding, employee changes, offboarding, and HR administration - Support managers and employees with HR guidance and escalated queries - Drive process improvements and identify opportunities to streamline and digitise HR activities - Monitor HR metrics and reporting to support workforce planning and operational decision-making - Ensure compliance with employment legislation, GDPR, and internal policies - Support governance and audit requirements across HR processes - Lead, coach, and develop a small HR team to ensure high standards of service delivery - Collaborate with stakeholders across the wider business to improve HR processes and employee experience About You - Previous experience within an HR Operations or HR Manager role - Strong understanding of HR processes, compliance, and employment legislation - Experience managing or mentoring HR team members - Comfortable working in a fast-paced, operational environment with changing priorities - Confident using HR systems and data to improve processes and reporting - Strong organisational and communication skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels - Experience delivering process improvements and operational efficiencies - Ideally available immediately or on short notice