Global HR Operations Manager
The Clean Air Fund is looking to recruit a Global HR Operations Manager to join their team in London, Delhi or Accra. This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing organisation whose mission is to use philanthropic grants to catalyse a reduction in air pollution.
The HR Operations Manager is responsible for delivering high quality, consistent, and compliant HR operations across the employee lifecycle with equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) embedded throughout processes and decision-making. This role oversees global payroll governance, ensures strong HR systems and processes, maintains data accuracy and privacy, and leads operational improvements that enhance employee experience.
This is a highly collaborative role. As part of Clean Air Fund’s people team, you will work closely with Global HR Business Partners, Finance, Recruitment, and our global Operations team.
What We’re Looking For
Experience in HR Operations / People Operations roles, ideally in global, multi-country, and scaling environments
Strong understanding of HR systems, data, and operational processes
Experience overseeing multi-country, vendor-led payroll
Experience managing third-party vendors (e.g., payroll, EOR, benefits, HRIS), including service governance and issue resolution
Solid UK payroll experience, including monthly submissions, end-of-tax-year cycles, and compliance
Good knowledge of GDPR and data privacy standards
Experience using technology to improve workflows, implement systems, or drive automation (ideally including Copilot Pro, though other AI proficiency is welcome)
Strong analytical skills and comfort working with data, reports, and dashboards
Ability to manage multiple tasks and stakeholders while maintaining high accuracy
Proficient in using the latest Microsoft 365 tools, comfortable with cloud-based platforms like Microsoft Teams and SharePoint, adaptable to new ways of working, and an excellent understanding of basic cyber security and data protection hygiene.
For more information on this role, as well as the full person specification please see the job description
Closing date – 20th May 2026
Salary – In UK GBP 63,500, in India INR 5,000,000, in Ghana GHS 525,000
Type of employment - full-time