Job Description

Permanent - 37 hours

Honiton

Join us at East Devon District Council and help shape the future of our people services.

We're looking for an experienced and forward-thinking HR Operations Manager to lead and develop our HR operations function, ensuring exceptional service delivery across the organisation.

About the Role

As HR Operations Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in managing and continuously improving our core HR services and processes. You'll lead a dedicated team, driving efficiency, consistency, and innovation in how we support our workforce.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact as we embed our new People Strategy - People Focused, championing modern HR practices and delivering a first-class employee experience.

What You'll Do

Lead and manage the HR Operations team, ensuring high-quality, customer-focused service. Oversee HR systems and processes, driving continuous improvement and compliance. Provide expert advice on HR policies, employment law, and best practice. Collaborate with managers and leaders to support workforce planning and organisational development. Lead key HR projects, driving action to embed our people strategy and play a critical role in measuring impact, ensuring a data informed HR service.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

Has significant experience in HR operations and team leadership. Brings strong knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practice. Is highly organised, with excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Can balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. Is passionate about creating a positive, inclusive workplace culture.

About Us

Our recent Local Government Association Peer Challenge highlighted that 'EDDC is a great place to work, with engaged staff and members' and that's certainly true! You will be part of a Gold Investors in People (IiP) organisation which works together with local people to create great value services and an outstanding community, economy and environment in which people want to live, work, visit and enjoy now, and for future generations. And with our wide range of health and wellbeing benefits, our highly flexible and collaborative hybrid Worksmart working arrangements as well as our commitment to continuous learning and development, you can be confident of joining a dedicated community of colleagues who are Happy, Healthy and Here.

Why Join Us?

At East Devon District Council, we value our people. You'll enjoy:

A supportive, collaborative environment. Opportunities for professional development. Flexible working arrangements. A role where you can make a real difference.

Ready to lead our HR operations and help us deliver on our People Strategy?

Apply today and be part of our journey to create a truly people-focused organisation.

Apply

To apply online, please click the apply button.

For an informal discussion, please contact Gemma Roberts, Assistant Director - People & Performance via email at gemma.roberts@eastdevon.gov.uk.

Closing date: Midnight on Wednesday 11th February

Interviews will be held w/b 23rd February.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 52,413.00-59,615.00 per year

Benefits:

Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Honiton EX14