We are delighted to partner with a global organisation to recruit a People Operations Manager on a 12 Month Fixed Term Contract basis. Based in Leeds, this role is perfect for someone who loves blending hands-on delivery with team leadership and driving smarter, more efficient People Ops processes. Youll shape and elevate People Operations by: Building and developing a high-performing People Operations team Delivering seamless HR administration across the full employee lifecycle Overseeing payroll accuracy, compliance, and partner relationships Owning HR systems and driving data quality Leading a 12-month process improvement and automation programme Creating People dashboards, reporting insights, and KPIs Ensuring compliance with UK employment law, GDPR, and audit standards Providing trusted, solutions-focused support to HR, Finance, and agency leaders Youll Need Demonstrable People Operations/HR Services leadership experience Strong experience across employment lifecycle, HRIS systems, payroll liaison, and compliance A passion for process excellence, automation, and technology Outstanding stakeholder management, communication, and accuracy Adaptability, resilience, and the ability to thrive in transformation This role offers a genuine chance to build, shape, and modernise People Operations, taking ownership of high-impact change during a pivotal period of transformation. Youll work closely leaders, influencing decisions and driving smarter, more efficient ways of working. With the freedom to introduce automation and innovative tools, youll play a key role in elevating operational excellence. If youre a proactive, hands-on People Ops leader who loves improving how things work, this contract opportunity offers significant scope to make a lasting impact. The SR Group (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.