Senior Manager, HR Operations

This role leads the HR Operations function across Europe, Asia and LATAM, translating global HR strategy into scalable programmes, policies and service delivery standards. It acts as a trusted adviser on complex governance and risk management across multiple international regions. The postholder directly manages the HR Operations Manager and coaches the broader regional team, setting service-level standards and using metrics to demonstrate operational impact.

• Shape the roadmap for international HR operations, aligning global policy with local needs.
• Act as a trusted adviser to senior leaders across the business.
• Manage end-to-end compliance across employment contracts, the employee lifecycle, global mobility, benefits, payroll and health and safety protocols across multiple countries.
• Leverage automation and AI to scale operational efficiency.
• Manage vendor relationships and execute key initiatives such as policy overhauls or M&A integrations.
• Directly manage the HR Operations Manager and coach the broader regional team.
• Set service-level standards and use metrics to showcase operational impact.

• 10+ years of HR operations experience, including at least five years managing teams in a global environment.
• Deep working knowledge of employment law, payroll, benefits and compliance across multiple countries, with strong experience in European regions such as the UK, Spain, Italy and the Netherlands.
• Proven experience leveraging AI tools to optimise operations and improve workflow efficiency.
• Ability to create scalable, automated processes across complex regulatory landscapes while balancing hands-on execution with long-term strategy.
• Ability to build strong partnerships with Legal, Finance and IT, and to manage vendor negotiations and influence senior stakeholders comfortably.

• Conversational or fluent Spanish skills.
• SHRM-SCP, GPHR or equivalent certifications.
• Master's degree in HR, Business or a related field.

• Applicants are being considered within commuting distance of London or Barcelona.
• Time spent collaborating with teammates in-office is a regular part of the role.
• Is expected to work more days in-office than remote, with freedom to coordinate the specific in-office schedule with the team.

• Eligible for a long-term incentive (LTI) award.
• Any bonuses awarded are based on individual and company performance and paid at Hudl's discretion.
• Compensation decisions are based on an individual's experience, skills and education in line with internal pay equity practices.

• Flexible vacation time above any required statutory leave.
• Company-wide holidays and timeout (meeting-free) days.
• Remote work options.
• Paid sabbatical every five years.
• Medical and retirement benefits depending on location.
• Medical plans tailored for employees and their families, including vision, dental and fertility benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program and Employee Resource Groups to support mental health.
• 401(K) contribution match up to 4% of the employee's own contribution.
• Tech stack and hardware provided for office or remote work.
• Offices designed with employees in mind.
• Professional development resources and opportunities to keep growing.

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