Deputy Head of HR (Global Spread, Communities & Succession Planning)

SkilledUp Life; Daresbury; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A fast-growing organization, SkilledUp Life is seeking a Volunteer Deputy Head of HR who will oversee global HR recruitment and community engagement. Ideal candidates will possess at least 3 years of HR experience and strong leadership skills, contributing to a meaningful cause while developing their global leadership capabilities.

Benefits

Testimonial on LinkedIn

Opportunity to add company name to profile

Recognition on LinkedIn

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in HR with leadership experience preferred.
• Fluent in English, strong understanding of global HR practices.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HR recruitment to fill global volunteer roles.
• Strengthen community engagement through collaboration.
• Provide reports and updates to the CEO and Head of HR.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Education

3 years’ experience in Human Resources

Tools

Google Workspace

Trello

Job description

Deputy Head of HR (Global Spread, Communities & Succession Planning)

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[Please do not apply if you do not have significant experience as this is a leadership position]About the CompanyAt SkilledUp Life, we are passionate about:

• Developing a global talent pool.
• Building tech companies.
  
  

On the talent side, we want to solve the following problem once and for all:

• How do you get a job if you don’t have Experience?
• How do you get Experience if you don’t have a Opportunity?
  
  

Every time you want to gain real Experience, we want SkilledUp Life to be the first brand that comes to your mind. Achieving this is not a mean task. We want your help to realise our vision.About the Volunteer OpportunityWe are looking for a dedicated Deputy Head of HR (Global Spread, Communities & Succession Planning) to join SkilledUp Life. In this senior volunteer role, you will play a key part in expanding our global HR presence, strengthening community engagement, and ensuring smooth succession planning across teams. You will also oversee the HR Recruitment function to help build strong, diverse volunteer teams worldwide.This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR professional who wants to develop leadership skills in a global environment while contributing to a fast-growing organization making real impact.Activities

• Oversee and support the HR Recruitment team to ensure global volunteer roles are filled with top talent.
• Work closely with the CEO and HR team to identify new markets and regions for volunteer recruitment.
• Strengthen community engagement by fostering collaboration between volunteers across various regions and departments.
• Manage and regularly update the HR Succession Planning system, ensuring each role has a clear transition plan.
• Coordinate with Team Leads to anticipate recruitment needs well in advance of volunteer term completion.
• Ensure smooth offboarding and planning for replacement volunteers with structured training and shadowing.
• Organize meetings and updates with HR sub-teams to monitor progress, resolve challenges, and track goals.
• Provide regular reports and updates to the CEO and Head of HR.
  
  

Duration

• 3 months (60 volunteer days)
• At least 2 hours per day
• Part-time
• Remote
  
  

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Human Resources, with leadership or managerial experience preferred.
• Fluent in English – both written and spoken.
• Strong understanding of global HR practices, recruitment strategies, and succession planning.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong organizational and planning abilities with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).
• Familiarity with tools such as Google Workspace, Trello, and remote collaboration platforms.
• A passion for mentoring and building strong, diverse teams across different regions.
  
  

Acquired Skills

• Advanced leadership and team management skills in a global, multicultural environment.
• Practical experience in global recruitment strategy and community building.
• Expertise in succession planning and volunteer lifecycle management.
• Skills in remote team coordination, communication, and progress monitoring.
• Strong problem-solving and strategic planning abilities.
• Improved project management and reporting experience at senior management level.
  
  

EndorsementsOnce a satisfactory outcome is delivered, we will:

• Provide a testimonial against your profile on SkilledUp Life.
• Provide a Linkedin testimonial.
• Allow you to add Company Name to your Linkedin Profile.
• Write a Linkedin Post thanking you for your contribution.
  
  

DisclaimerThis is a voluntary position, i.e. there is no direct financial compensation, promise of future paid work or any taxable benefit in kind.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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