HR Operations Manager

General Information

Salary: £35,335 - £37,847 (national) or £40,014 - £42,859 (London). Salary depends on base location.

Working pattern: Full Time, Part Time, Part Time/Job Share, Flexible Working.

Location: Belfast & London. Region: London, Northern Ireland.

Closing date: 22-Jul-2026. Post type: Permanent. HEO level.

Background

The Northern Ireland Office supports the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, ensuring UK Government responsibilities are represented and UK interests are promoted in Northern Ireland. With around 170 staff across Belfast and London, the Office adopts a flexible project based approach, providing exposure to Ministers and a wide policy portfolio.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Build and sustain productive relationships with business managers, senior management and wider stakeholders.
• Lead end to end recruitment, onboarding and off boarding activities for departmental campaigns.
• Lead intranet updates and guidance pack creation.
• Support policy and guidance development.
• Assist with data for workforce planning and recruitment activities.
• Compile Management Information and central HR returns.
• Support budgets and transacting HR and Finance activities.
• Support Performance Management policy and processes.
• Maintain accurate and up to date record keeping and efficient HR data management.
• Respond to queries relating to recruitment plans and HR processes.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience of working collaboratively with a range of stakeholders to resolve complex issues.
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills, able to manage tasks effectively under pressure.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to articulate information clearly to varied audiences.
• Existing National Security Vetting to at least CTC level.
• CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent experience in an HR Generalist role.

Behaviours (Success Profiles for HEO)

• Communicating and Influencing
• Managing a Quality Service
• Working Together
• Seeing the Big Picture

Benefits

• Hybrid Working arrangements where business needs allow.
• Access to learning and development.
• Inclusive and diverse working culture.
• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days after 5 years of service.
• Public holidays and season ticket advance.
• Paid parental leave (paternity, adoption, maternity).
• Free annual sight tests for employees who use computer screens.
• Flexible benefits such as voluntary benefits, retail vouchers, and discounts.
• Access to family friendly policies, e.g., reduced hours or job share.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit:

• Four 250 word statements, one for each behaviour listed above.
• A statement of suitability (max 500 words) demonstrating how your experience meets the essential and desirable criteria.
• Relevant work history (not formally assessed but add context).

Interview

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview via Google Meets. Candidates will be assessed against the behaviours and strengths, with the opportunity to provide supporting examples.

Security Clearance

National Security Vetting is required; the holder must have existing Counter Terrorist Check (CTC) clearance and meet the UK residency requirement.

EEO Statement

All applicants will be treated in strict accordance with the Civil Service Recruitment Principles. The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. This position is open to all Civil Service employees and accredited non departmental public bodies (NDPBs) who meet the eligibility criteria.