Senior HR Manager UK Cluster

Senior HR Manager: UK Cluster

Location: Based in one of our schools in Oxford, UK with occasional travel across the UK and regional cluster

Contract Type: Full-time, permanent

Start Date: February 2026

Lead people strategy. Drive impact. Shape the future of education.

At Nord Anglia Education, we’re more than a global network of premium international schools, we’re a family of dedicated professionals working together to transform the lives of over 80,000 students across more than 30 countries. Now, we’re looking for an exceptional Senior HR Manager to lead the HR function across our UK schools cluster and help shape the future of our people agenda.

Your impact starts here.

This is a high-impact, senior role for an experienced HR professional ready to take the next step in a purpose-driven organisation.

As Senior HR Manager: UK Cluster, you will:

• Act as the lead HR partner to school Principals and leadership teams across three UK campuses (currently in Oxford and Brighton), embedding strategic HR thinking into school plans, staffing models, and long-term workforce strategies.

• Champion HR excellence across the full employee lifecycle: from talent acquisition and succession planning to employee relations, wellbeing, organisational development, and compliance.

• Line manage and develop a team of UK-based HR professionals, supporting their growth and enabling consistent, high-quality service delivery across schools.

• Ensure compliance with UK employment legislation, safeguarding protocols, and Nord Anglia’s global standards including safer recruitment and policy frameworks.

• Represent the UK cluster in regional and global HR networks, contributing to cross-country initiatives, policy development, and knowledge-sharing.

• Use people data and insights to support informed decision-making, improve employee experience, and drive continuous improvement.

While the core focus of the role is the UK, your remit may flex to include oversight or collaboration across other countries within the regional cluster, as required.

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What we’re looking for

We’re seeking a confident, people-first leader who brings:

• Significant experience as a senior HR generalist or HR business partner in a complex, multi-site organisation

• A deep working knowledge of UK employment law, casework, and compliance frameworks (essential)

• Experience leading HR teams and developing people capability

• A collaborative mindset and the ability to influence senior stakeholders with credibility and clarity

• Comfort with ambiguity, pace, and evolving organisational needs

• A passion for inclusive, values-driven leadership – and for helping others grow

Experience in the international education sector is a plus but not essential. What matters most is your ability to blend strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, and your motivation to make a real difference in a global, people-led organisation.

Why Nord Anglia?

We’re proud to be the world’s leading premium international schools group – but we’re even prouder of the people who make our schools exceptional.

When you join Nord Anglia, you join a community that offers:

• Global scale with a local heart – collaborate across regions while making a direct impact in your schools

• Unmatched professional development, including access to Nord Anglia University, leadership pathways, and global conferences

• The chance to shape what comes next, in a role that offers visibility, autonomy, and scope to lead change

• A fast-moving, purpose-led culture where your work has real meaning and where every day brings something new

We’re committed to diversity, inclusion, and the wellbeing of every colleague – and we’re proud that our people say Nord Anglia is a place where they feel empowered, supported, and inspired to grow.

Ready to create your future?

If you’re ready to lead, inspire, and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to join a global family shaping a generation of resilient, creative, and ambitious learners.

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

Nord Anglia Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff, volunteers, and third parties to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate national and international criminal record checks, background verification, and reference checks as part of our safer recruitment practices.

We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity within our schools. We are committed to building inclusive teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.