Senior Manager - People Operations

at  GResearch

G-Research is a leading quantitative research and technology firm, with offices in London and Dallas. We are proud to employ some of the best people in their field and to nurture their talent in a dynamic, flexible and highly stimulating culture where world-beating ideas are cultivated and rewarded.
This role is based in our new Soho Place office – opened in 2023 - in the heart of Central London and home to our Research Lab.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We are seeking an agile, process-oriented HR manager with a demonstrable background in HR operations and/or business process management.

The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience:

• Strong knowledge of HR processes, systems and best practices
• Experience with HRIS and data management; familiarity with Workday would be highly advantageous
• Demonstrable abilities in leading change initiatives
• Proven ability to drive process improvements and operational excellence
• Management and leadership capability
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Honed ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment

G-Research is seeking a Senior Manager to lead its People Operations team.
Reporting into the Head of People Operations and Technology, you will lead a high-performing team tasked with delivering effective HR operations, covering payroll and benefits, data management and on-boarding and off-boarding processes.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

• Ensuring timely processing of all payroll and benefits
• Developing and continuously improving robust HR policies and procedures, ensuring they are fit-for-purpose and market aligned
• Working closely with teams within our Legal and People Functions to develop policies and procedures that are compliant across geographies
• Maintaining accurate employee data and records using our HRIS (Workday)
• Utilising data analytics to identify and assess trends, predict potential issues and drive decision making
• Managing and enhancing our on-boarding and off-boarding processes, ensuring successful integration of new hires and effective management of all leavers
• Leading a team of HR Administrators and Analysts, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture