Head of HR

We are partnered with an established organisation who are seeking a dynamic and strategic Head of HR to lead their HR function.

You will be responsible for shaping and executing a forward-thinking HR Strategy that supports the business culture, growth and the recruitment and development of all their people.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a HR Strategy, aligning with, and enabling the company's Strategic and Business Goals.

• Advise the Leadership and Operational Teams on people matters, including organisational design, talent planning, and culture initiatives.
• Ensure all HR policies and procedures are legally compliant in relation to employment law
• Oversee HR systems, processes, and policies to ensure efficiency and data integrity.
• Manage employee relations and ensure the consistent application of HR practices.
• Act as a trusted adviser to the SLT and all relevant stakeholders, providing guidance and advice on all HR-related issues.

• Lead talent acquisition and retention strategies to attract, retain and develop top talent.
• Develop and oversee performance management, succession planning, to support sustained growth and competitive advantage.

• Drive learning, training and development initiatives, enhanced with effective monitoring and Performance Review processes.
• Continue to develop and champion high-performance, diverse and inclusive culture.

• Lead on fair and transparent remuneration, reward and employee benefits generally.
• Enhance employee engagement, wellbeing, and internal communication
• Lead on initiatives to improve diversity, equality, and inclusion (DEI)

Candidate Requirements

• Proven senior HR leadership and management experience, ideally from within a professional services business or similar
• Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience of working with senior leaders and managers, managing organisational and transformational change in a professional environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, coaching, mentoring and influencing skills.
• CIPD qualified (Level 7 preferred) or equivalent experience.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on, pragmatic approach to delivery.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates