People Operations Officer Location: Birmingham Salary: £25,915 – £27,443 per annum Contract: Permanent Hours: Full-time, 36.5 hours per week About the Role We are looking for a proactive and detail-focused People Operations Officer to join our dynamic People Services team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR administrator or early-career HR professional looking to develop their career within a busy and supportive environment. As the first point of contact for HR operational queries, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality HR support across the College. You will be involved in all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, compliance, payroll administration, and employee records management, ensuring excellent service delivery at all times. Key Responsibilities Act as the first point of contact for HR operational queries, providing accurate advice and support to staff and managers. Manage pre-employment checks and vetting in line with Safer Recruitment and statutory requirements. Support recruitment processes including advertising, interview coordination, recruitment fairs, and onboarding. Maintain accurate employee records, ensuring compliance with GDPR and College policies. Issue contracts, offer letters, and contractual variations in line with employment legislation. Support payroll administration, ...