People Operations Leader - Data‑Driven HR & Culture

Bryanston School, Incorporated; Blandford Forum; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Blandford Forum is seeking an experienced People Operations Manager to lead its People & Culture operations. The role involves ensuring all core people processes are legally compliant and efficient, managing HR systems, and collaborating closely with departmental leaders. Candidates should have significant experience in people operations and a proven ability to support organizational change. The position offers a full-time role with an excellent remuneration package and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Excellent training and development opportunities

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Pension contributions

Free meals on duty

Free gym membership

Flexible staff benefits platform

Qualifications

• Significant experience in senior people operations or shared services role.
• Experience in a complex organisation.
• Strong vision and track record in supporting organisational change.

Responsibilities

• Lead People & Culture operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
• Manage safer recruitment, HR systems, and people data.
• Collaborate with the Director of People & Culture and others to deliver strategy.

Skills

Organisational change implementation

HR systems and data utilization

People management

Job description

A leading educational institution in Blandford Forum is seeking an experienced People Operations Manager to lead its People & Culture operations. The role involves ensuring all core people processes are legally compliant and efficient, managing HR systems, and collaborating closely with departmental leaders. Candidates should have significant experience in people operations and a proven ability to support organizational change. The position offers a full-time role with an excellent remuneration package and various employee benefits.