HR Team Leader (Shared Services)

Company: Katie Bard
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Location: Birmingham
Job Description:

Birmingham | Hybrid Working – 3 days in office

A leading, complex organisation is seeking an experienced HR professional to take on the role of HR Shared Services Team Leader within its established HR function. Operating within a policy-led and process-driven environment, this position plays a key role in ensuring the consistent and compliant delivery of HR operations across a national remit.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day management of a small HR Shared Services team, driving performance, ensuring service excellence, and maintaining adherence to established policies and governance frameworks. Working as part of a wider global HR team, the role requires a confident leader who can balance operational delivery with people management.

This is a hands-on leadership role, overseeing both team performance and service outcomes to ensure a seamless and efficient HR support function.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Leading, coaching and developing a team of HR Shared Services Administrators
  • Managing team performance, workload allocation and service delivery standards
  • Ensuring HR processes are delivered consistently in line with policy and compliance requirements
  • Monitoring service metrics, workflows and turnaround times to drive efficiency
  • Producing regular HR operational reports for senior stakeholders
  • Supporting the team through peak periods and fluctuating workloads
  • Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement within established frameworks
  • Building effective relationships with internal stakeholders to manage expectations and service delivery

Applicants must demonstrate:

  • Proven experience managing an HR Shared Services or HR support team in a high-volume environment
  • Strong understanding of HR processes, governance and policy adherence
  • Experience of leading teams to deliver against SLAs and performance targets
  • A professional, credible approach with the ability to engage stakeholders effectively

Katie Bard is acting as an agency and is an equal opportunities employer.

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Posted: April 17th, 2026