About us:
Oritain is the global leader in product verification, with locations in Auckland, Dunedin, London, Singapore, and Washington, D.C. Our vision is to be the source of truth in global supply chains. Our mission is to build a world-class business that will evolve for decades and help create a tangible difference in our world.
Sustainability isn’t just about tackling climate change; it represents a growing conscience around our actions and the impact they have on people, animals and the planet. The personal, professional and governmental move to sustainable practice is driven by a desire to change our impact on the world, but we can’t do this without knowing the certainty of our actions. Transparency is one way of holding ourselves accountable, but for it to be effective, it must be underpinned by proven traceability. Our scientific traceability does just that. Working with Mother Nature, we help brands across fashion, food, and pharmaceutical industries verify the origin and authenticity of their products and raw materials. With this verified truth, brands are empowered to make changes across their supply chain to operate more sustainably and pass those assurances onto their consumers.
Join Us as our Head of People Operations – A Global Opportunity to Lead and Transform
Are you ready to make an impact on a global stage? We're looking for an experienced professional based in our London office (hybrid) to join us as our Global Head of People Operations. Reporting directly to the Chief People Officer (CPO), this is your opportunity to lead and shape our People and Culture function across the UK, US, and APAC regions. You’ll oversee all aspects of our people operations function, from managing and developing the People and Culture and Talent Acquisition team ( a team of 4) to identifying and driving operational improvements and managing complex employee relations projects. This could be your ideal role if you’re a collaborative professional with a strong operational HR background
This is a hybrid role, working from our Farringdon offices 3 days a week.
What You'll Do
As the Global Head of People Operations, you’ll play a key role in driving operational excellence and guiding and leading the continuous improvement of our people function, as well as:
- Lead and Inspire: Manage and develop our People and Culture teams across multiple regions, providing coaching, guidance, and support.
- Oversee Payroll Excellence: Ensure the accuracy of global payrolls in the UK, US, and New Zealand, identifying and implementing operational improvements.
- Shape Global Initiatives: Support key people projects, including performance reviews, engagement plans, change management, and reward strategies.
- Manage Talent Acquisition: Oversee the talent acquisition team, enhance our Employer Value Proposition (EVP), and create a best-in-class recruitment experience.
- Strategic Partnership: Act as the trusted advisor to the CPO, supporting in the execution and delivery of our global people strategy.
- Resolve Complex Challenges: Partner with senior leaders to handle intricate employee relations issues and ensure compliance across jurisdictions.
- Data-Driven Decision-Making: Develop people metrics, analyse trends, and implement strategies to enhance engagement and performance.
- Operational Excellence: Oversee HR operations, including onboarding, offboarding, systems, reporting, and policy development to ensure global compliance.
- Stay Ahead of the Curve: Keep abreast of employment laws and industry trends in the UK, US, and New Zealand, adapting policies and practices accordingly.
What We're Looking For
We’re seeking someone who can seamlessly blend strategic vision with hands-on execution. To thrive in this role, you’ll need:
- Senior-Level Expertise: Proven experience as a Head of People Operations or similar (5+ years) managing employee relations, payroll, and HR policies across global regions, plus additional HR experience (5+ years). CIPD qualified would be a plus
- Global Acumen: Global HR experience is ideal but US market and employment legislation is a must knowledge is a must. Experience of working with APAC/ANZ teams is highly advantageous.
- Leadership Excellence: A track record of managing HR/People Operations (including HR Manager level) teams across time zones and driving people-focused projects like technology implementation, engagement strategies, and transformation initiatives.
- Tech-Savviness: Familiarity with HiBob (HRIS) and Workable (ATS) is advantageous.
- Collaborative Spirit: Outstanding communication and engagement skills, with the ability to influence at all levels, from C-suite to employees.
- Initiative and Proactivity: A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Flexibility to Travel: Willingness to visit our global offices as required.
Why Join Us?
This is more than just a role; it’s an opportunity to shape the future of our global organization. You’ll be at the forefront of initiatives that empower our people, foster a thriving culture, and drive operational excellence.
If you're passionate about making a global impact and leading transformative people strategies, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take your career to the next level!
- 35 days PTO (includes public holidays
- Your birthday off and 2 volunteer days
- Healthcare
- Life Insurance
- Dog friendly office environment
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