Director Of Operations & Culture

Build Recruitment; East Midlands; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing consultancy in the UK is seeking a Director of Operations & Culture to lead their HR and culture strategy as they prepare for significant growth. The successful candidate will have a strong background in HR, employee engagement, and marketing, ideally within the social housing or heating sectors. This position allows for genuine influence over the organization’s growth and culture, making a real impact in sustainable energy.

Qualifications

• Background in HR, employee engagement, marketing, and communications.
• Experience in a scaling SME, ideally with remote or hybrid teams.
• Experience in social housing or district heating is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR and people operations — recruitment, onboarding and engagement.
• Develop and deliver a people and culture strategy connecting a remote-working team.
• Champion the company's values and scale culture with growth.

Skills

HR and people operations

Employee engagement

Marketing and communications expertise

Creative and people-focused

Job description

Overview

Director of Operations & Culture

Location: Remote (UK-based)

Sector: Heat Networks / Social Housing

Salary: Competitive Benefits

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Build Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a growing consultancy at the forefront of the heat network sector. Operating primarily with social housing providers and local authorities, this values-led business is known for its expertise, collaboration and commitment to sustainable energy solutions.

As they prepare for significant growth — up to 50% expansion over the next 12-18 months — they're seeking an inspiring Director of Operations & Culture to shape and lead the people, culture, and communications strategy.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR and people operations — recruitment, onboarding and engagement.
• Develop and deliver a people and culture strategy that connects a remote-working team.
• Oversee marketing, brand and communications, ensuring alignment across all channels.
• Champion the company's values and ensure culture scales with growth.

About you

• Background in HR, employee engagement, marketing, and communications.
• Experience in a scaling SME, ideally with remote or hybrid teams.
• Energetic, creative, and people-focused.
• Experience in social housing or district heating is advantageous.

Why Apply

This is an exciting opportunity to join a respected, purpose-driven consultancy making a real impact in sustainable energy. You\'ll have genuine influence over how the organisation grows, communicates and cares for its people. Please apply today or contact Elise at Build Recruitment for more information