People & Culture Operations Manager

Are you ready to shape the future of People & Culture at a leading UK law firm?

Lester Aldridge LLP is looking for a proactive and people-focused P&C Operations Manager to oversee the seamless delivery of our People services. This is your chance to shape how we support our colleagues, streamline processes, and align our people strategy with business goals.

• Lead day-to-day P&C operations across the full employee lifecycle
• Manage payroll and benefits with precision and care
• Coach and develop a high-performing P&C operations team
• Own our HR systems and data (Access – People HR)
• Drive process improvements and tech upgrades
• Ensure compliance and keep policies sharp and user-friendly
• Enhance employee experience from onboarding to offboarding

This isn’t just about operations — it’s about impact. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders, influence strategic decisions, and play a key role in shaping the future of our firm. For the right person, this role offers a clear path to senior P&C leadership.

• Proven experience in P&C operations (law firm / professional services ideal) and technology
• Strong payroll and benefits expertise
• Confident team leadership and coaching skills
• Organised, data-driven, and solutions-focused

With 400 people across three offices, we’re big enough to offer opportunity — and small enough for you to make a real impact. Join a respected firm that’s evolving through a bold strategy review and committed to excellence in everything we do.

We offer a flexible approach to work with hybrid opportunities including compressed work week and flexibility to work from home - though we would expect the successful candidate to be in our Bournemouth office at least 3 days per week.

📩 Ready to take the lead? Apply now or reach out for a confidential chat.

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