Head of Operations

Contract Type:

Full Time

Work Model:

Hybrid

Location:

London

Date Published:

01-Jun-2026

Salary:

£42,856.00 - £51,432.00 per annum

Specialism:

Operations, Admin & Support

Head of Operations

Harris Hill is delighted to be partnering with STOP THE TRAFFIK to recruit a Head of Operations.

London (hybrid working) | Permanent | £42,856–£51,432

STOP THE TRAFFIK works globally to prevent human trafficking and exploitation, disrupting criminal networks through intelligence, partnerships and targeted prevention programmes.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Senior Leadership Team and help shape the operational infrastructure that enables the organisation to deliver its mission and maximise its impact.

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead the organisation's operations, ensuring effective systems, processes and compliance
  • Oversee governance, risk management, policy development and data protection
  • Coordinate financial planning, budgeting and operational reporting
  • Lead people operations, supporting recruitment, performance management and organisational culture
  • Drive continuous improvement across systems, processes and ways of working

About you:

  • Experienced in operational leadership within the charity, public or private sector
  • Strong knowledge of governance, compliance, risk and organisational effectiveness
  • Skilled in managing budgets, projects and organisational change
  • A collaborative leader who can balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery
  • Motivated by the opportunity to contribute to a purpose-driven organisation

This role would suit candidates from the charity, public or private sectors who can demonstrate transferable operational leadership experience and a commitment to purpose-driven work.

STOP THE TRAFFIK is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds, including those with lived experience.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in a growing international charity tackling one of the world's most pressing human rights issues.

For more information, please submit your CV to lizzy.clark@harrishill.co.uk

Please note, CVs are being reviewed on a rolling basis, and only successful applicants will be contacted with more information.

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

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