HR Operations Team Leader - Devon Wildlife Trust
- Exeter, Devon
- Full Time
- £37,579 per annum (plus 7% pension)

Registered Charity Number 213224
Are you a HR professional passionate about people, culture and inclusion?
Would you like to use your HR expertise in a values driven organisation supporting conservation aims?
Devon Wildlife Trust (DWT) is seeking an HR Operations Team Leader to oversee day to day HR advice and delivery at Devon Wildlife Trust. They will use their HR expertise to guide managers, support staff and to develop HR processes that support DWT. They must be confident and knowledgeable in up-to-date HR law and good practice.
Key priorities:
• Oversee day to day HR administration relating to employee lifecycle.
• Coach managers to resolve employee relations issues proactively.
• Refresh HR processes optimising digital solutions.
• Provide HR management information.
• Lead on staff wellbeing initiatives.
What we’re looking for:
• Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) Level 5 (or working towards) or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in employee relation issues.
• Understanding and commitment to values led HR practice.
• Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI).
This is a fixed term appointment for 12 months based at Cricklepit Mill, Exeter.
We welcome candidates of all backgrounds and abilities who meet the essential criteria for this role. To achieve our vision, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse organisation, in which everyone feels supported, valued and able to be their full selves.
DWT is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment.
For further information and to apply for the post, please visit www.devonwildlifetrust.org/jobs.
Interview Date: 7 April 2026
