Somerset Council - HR Operations Manager

Role Purpose

The Interim HR Operations Manager will provide senior-level operational leadership across the HR Operations service, with a particular focus on stabilising, developing and embedding the Reward function during a period of organisational transition.

The role will ensure high-quality delivery of core HR operational services, lead continuous improvement activity, and strengthen service-wide processes, systems and governance. The post-holder will manage and develop the Pay & Reward team, oversee establishment-management processes, and work collaboratively across HR to support effective, consistent, and efficient people management practices.

This interim role is critical in supporting organisational readiness for the Total Pay & Reward Programme, ensuring interdependencies are managed and that BAU service quality is maintained.

This role is offered on a hybrid basis with 2-3 days office based.

If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance.