About Mission Zero Technologies
About the role
You have the opportunity to join MZT at a pivotal point in our company's history - our transition from an early-stage R&D startup into a product offering, revenue-generating company poised to rapidly scale our direct-air capture technology across the world.
Mission Zero Technologies is looking for a seasoned People Operations & Office Manager to ensure operational excellence across all HR functions and office management. This role is integral to maintaining our company culture and operational efficiency, offering a unique chance to support our strategic and operational initiatives.
The role will be primarily on-site for our headquarters in central London (60%), with hybrid working for the balance (40%) being the preferred model.
What you'll be doing
HR Generalist Duties: Manage HR policies and processes across all domains, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and compliance.
Payroll Management: Oversee the entire payroll process, ensuring accurate and timely execution for all employees. Managing payroll schedules, processing pensions, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
HRIS Systems and Data Integrity: Manage and maintain the HRIS (Human Resources Information System) ensuring data accuracy and integrity. Regularly update employee information and generate reports as needed.
Recruitment and Onboarding: Manage the recruitment process, including job postings, interviewing, and onboarding new employees to ensure a smooth integration into the company.
Employee Relations: Act as a primary point of contact for employee concerns, fostering a positive work environment and addressing any issues that arise promptly and effectively.
Performance Management: Manage performance review processes, supporting managers in conducting comprehensive and constructive employee evaluations.
Compliance: Ensure compliance with all employment laws and regulations, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
Maintain People Calendar Schedules: Manage and maintain all people-related cyclical calendar items, such as performance reviews, training sessions, and company-wide meetings.
Other Ad Hoc tasks as assigned from time to time
Office Administration: Oversee day-to-day office operations, including scheduling, facilities management, and office supplies procurement to ensure a well-functioning and efficient workplace.
Event Coordination: Organise and manage company events and socials, ensuring all logistics are handled smoothly and the events promote team cohesion and morale.
Vendor Management: Liaise with vendors and service providers to ensure smooth office operations and manage contracts and relationships effectively.
Facilities Management: Oversee office facilities, including ordering for the pantry, replenishing stock, and maintaining a comfortable and functional work environment.
Extensive People Operations Experience: At least 7 years of experience in a broad HR role, with significant exposure to all HR domains including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and compliance.
Office Management Experience: Proven experience in managing office operations and administrative functions with willingness to be in the office 2-3 days/week.
HRIS Experience: Proficient in managing HRIS systems with a strong focus on data integrity and accuracy.
Excellent Communication: Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact with all levels of the organisation.
Proactive Attitude: A self-starter who can work independently and as part of a team, with a strong sense of initiative and problem-solving skills.
Organisational Skills: Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to the dynamic nature of a startup environment and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting.
Experience in a Startup Environment: Familiarity with the unique challenges and opportunities in fast-paced work environments.
Background in Climate Tech or related: Knowledge of or experience in the climate tech sector, tech or engineering company.
Event Planning Experience: Proven experience in organising and managing company events and social activities.
Vendor and Facilities Management: Experience in managing vendor relationships and overseeing office facilities.
Multi-Site Experience: Prior experience managing multiple locations and/or remote workspaces
At Mission Zero, we value diversity of cultural backgrounds, experience, and perspectives, and leverage these qualities to create exceptional outcomes. We are dedicated to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, sex, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, age, disability, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis as protected by applicable law. Please do not hesitate to let us know if you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation.
Kindly allow us up to 2 weeks to review your application. Providing both of our schedules align, the total hiring process should take 4-6 weeks total to wrap up.
Application Review
1st Stage Interview with Hiring Manager (45 minutes)
Plum Assessment
Case Study (30 mins) & 2nd Stage Interview with COO (1 hr)
Team Meet & Greet
Offer
Business Operations
London, United Kingdom
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