operations manager Hammersmith, England
Job description
We have a unique opportunity for a HR and Operations Manager at WEST, Hammersmith & Fulham Youth Zone to take on a senior leadership role with real breadth, where no two days are the same and you are able to see the real positive impact of the work you are doing every day on Hammersmith & Fulham’s young people.
About the HR and Operations Manager Role
The role as HR & Operations Manager is instrumental at a Youth Zone. This exciting role will form part of the Youth Zone’s Senior Management team, providing leadership and management to the Youth Zones back-office function enabling us to provide the best possible service to the c.4000 young people who will attend WEST Youth Zone. The post-holder will also be secretariat for the Board of Trustees and hold overall responsibility for monthly payroll administration.
We are looking for an experienced and professional HR & Operations Manager who is passionate about making a positive difference in young people’s lives, a problem solver who enjoys working in a fast paced and varied environment with:
- a robust working knowledge of HR processes (in particular recruitment, management investigations & absence management process);
- experience in operational and people management;
- an understanding of systems (for example CRM platforms or data bases such as Salesforce, time and attendance platforms such as Kronos, payroll functions & finance functions)
- a willingness to learn and grow
About You
The successful candidate will be driven, hardworking, organised, a good communicator and equally comfortable supporting staff/volunteers, engaging with young people and with external partners (where necessary). You will work closely with the Chief Executive, Senior Management team and OnSide team, to achieve a successful opening for WEST Youth Zone.
In this role, you have access to ongoing training appropriate to your own needs in areas which are new to you, and will receiving support from a strong network of fellow Business Managers across the OnSide network, in addition to advice and coaching from OnSide’s People team on HR matters (where appropriate) If you are looking for a management position that requires ambition, some autonomy and the ability to get involved in variety of organisational initiatives both operationally and strategically; in a dynamic, fun environment, where you can see the impact of your work , then this role is for you.
If you’re excited about this role but your past experience does not align perfectly with every requirement in the person specification, we encourage you to still apply and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable for this role. You may be just the right candidate.
This role will be based in the Youth Zone and therefore require an Enhanced DBS.
For more information or to view the role profile, visit our website: https://www.onsideyouthzones.org/vacancies/hr-and-operations-manager-hammersmith-fulham-youth-zone/
Closing date: 9am, Friday 11th August 2023
First stage interviews: Tuesday 15th August (in person at a London Youth Zone)
Second stage interviews: Monday 21st August (from 5pm onwards)
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race & other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities. Our dedicated Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion at OnSide, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive.
SALARY£40,000 to £45,000 (dependent upon experience)
CONTRACT Permanent. Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
CLOSING DATE 11/08/2023
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Hammersmith and Fulham, Greater London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 11/08/2023
