Founding People Operations Lead

Dwelly is a UK-based, AI-enabled lettings and property management platform that is rapidly expanding through a roll-up strategy. They are seeking a Founding People Operations Lead to take ownership of the People function, build HR processes from scratch, and enhance the employee experience as the company scales.

Responsibilities:

• Drive all core HR processes across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, contract management, employee records, and offboarding. Ensure processes are structured, scalable, and consistently executed, delivering a seamless experience for every team member
• Own and maintain HR and company policies while ensuring full compliance with UK employment law. Lead employee relations processes, including disciplinary actions, performance management, absence management, and organisational changes. Partner with leadership to provide consistent, fair, and legally sound HR guidance
• Oversee payroll coordination and HR administration, ensuring accuracy of employee data, contract updates, and benefits. Serve as the central owner of HR systems, documentation, and data integrity, continuously optimising processes for efficiency and scalability