Advisory Team Lead

People Advisory Team Lead – A.P. Moller – Maersk

Join our People Advisory Team Lead to drive operational excellence in People Operations across the UK and Ireland.

As People Operations Team Lead you will lead a team of People Operations Advisors to deliver a world‑class employee experience. You will support HR queries, monitor service metrics, partner with HR leadership on the HR cycle, and drive continuous improvement.

• Lead and develop a high‑performance team of People Operations Advisors.
• Monitor service delivery metrics, identify improvement opportunities, and implement best practices.
• Act as the escalation point for complex HR queries, ensuring timely resolution.
• Oversee HR processes and systems (Workday), ensuring data accuracy and compliance with local labor laws.
• Partner with People Partnering, Payroll and Rewards to deliver the HR cycle (onboarding, performance, exits).
• Co‑coach employees on HR policies, tools, and processes, promoting self‑service and digital adoption.
• Contribute to employee experience and operational efficiency initiatives.

• Experience in HR operations and strong knowledge of UK & Ireland labour law.
• Leadership experience: ability to manage, coach, and develop a team in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, building trust and relationships.
• Structured, solution‑oriented mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.
• Agility and adaptability to thrive in a dynamic, global organization.
• Experience working with Workday or similar HR systems.
• Drive to identify needs, investigate options, and partner with HR colleagues to resolve issues.
• Engaged member of a virtual team, with low tolerance for delays and deviations.

• Felixstowe
• Maidenhead
• Liverpool

We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a high‑energy environment that values diversity, professional growth, and recognition.

Maersk is an equal‑opportunity employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements. If you need special assistance or accommodation during the application and hiring process, please contact acc