Altana is the network for trusted trade. Our AI-powered product network empowers governments and businesses to build a more resilient and secure global economy while keeping trade flowing. The Opportunity at Altana The People Operations Manager will be responsible for the smooth day-to-day running of Altana’s London office and for supporting the people operations and HR needs of our growing UK team. Working from our London co-working space, this hybrid role blends office and culture management with hands-on people operations — creating a welcoming in-office experience and owning onboarding, benefits, and HR administration for Altana’s UK employees. As Altana expands into Europe, the People Operations Coordinator will also help stand up people operations across new EU locations. The People Operations Manager will report into Altana’s global People team and will work cross-functionally with Altana’s IT and Finance teams, as well as the UK leadership team. You Will Serve as Altana’s main point of contact with our London co-working/serviced-office provider managing our membership, desks, and meeting-room bookings, and raising any building or facilities issues (reception, cleaning, and facilities are provided by the building). Keep the team’s space running smoothly including team supplies, equipment, and any Altana-specific needs beyond what the building provides. Own the in-office experience and culture, organise team socials, celebrations, and in-office moments, and run logistics for all-hands, visitors, and events that make the London office somewhere people want to be. Coordinate on-site logistics for new joiners and visiting global colleagues and customers, including desk setup, building access, and a smooth first day in the office. Own new-hire onboarding for UK employees including offer and contract paperwork, right-to-work checks, inductions, equipment, and first-week setup in partnership with IT and hiring managers. Administer UK employee benefits, including enr
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WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise. Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow. For more information, visit WPP.com. Why we're hiring: We are seeking an experienced and p
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At WPP, we believe in the power of collaboration and the impact of bold ideas. We champion creativity, providing a dynamic environment where you can contribute to groundbreaking work, develop your skills, and become part of a global community of passionate individuals. Explore a world of opportunities at WPP and discover a career that fuels your passion and empowers you to make a difference. We use AI tools in our hiring process to enhance efficiency and improve the candidate experience, such as helping match candidates to roles or assist with scheduling. These tools support, but never replace, human decision-making. All final hiring decisions are made by people. We are committed to using AI ethically, ensuring fairness, minimizing bias, and protecting candidate data in line with privacy regulations. If you have questions about how AI is used in our recruitment process, please reach out to [email protected].
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