Director Of People And Culture

Portfolio HR & Reward; Bierton; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic international not-for-profit organization in Bierton is seeking a Director of People and Culture to lead HR initiatives and drive a values-driven culture. This high-impact role involves shaping people strategy, enhancing leadership, and driving operational excellence. The ideal candidate should have senior HR leadership experience, expertise in UK employment law, and a commitment to a spiritually supportive workplace. Competitive salary of £70,000-£75,000 plus benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification and commitment to ongoing development.
• Proven success in HR leadership in complex or not-for-profit settings.
• Experience in strategic workforce planning and alignment with Christian values.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR, OD, Learning & Development, and Culture.
• Advise senior leaders on complex people matters.
• Drive innovation and deliver agile HR solutions.

Skills

Senior HR leadership experience

Strong leadership

Expertise in UK employment law

Experience in OD and employee engagement

Commitment to ongoing development

Education

CIPD Chartered Member

Job description

Director of People and Culture (Hybrid)

£70,000-£75,000 + Benefits

Location: Buckinghamshire

We are partnering with a dynamic international not-for-profit organisation to recruit a strategic and experienced Director of People and Culture into a newly created high-impact leadership role.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and working closely with the Executive Leadership Team and Board, you will lead the delivery of the organisation's thriving People Strategy focused on unlocking the potential of multidisciplinary HR teams, enhancing leadership, and driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead HR, Organisational Development, Learning & Development, and Culture—embedding values-driven leadership and a high-performance culture.
• Advise senior leaders on complex people matters, workforce planning, and organisational change.
• Strengthen a culture rooted in Christian values, integrating spiritual care and faith-based initiatives into daily practice.
• Oversee key areas including Safeguarding, Payroll Services, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, and Faith at Work, ensuring compliance, quality, and engagement.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement, delivering agile HR solutions aligned with strategic goals.

Required experience

• A relevant qualification (e.g., CIPD Chartered Member) and commitment to ongoing development.
• Senior HR leadership experience in a complex or not‑profit organisation within People & Culture, HR Director or Senior HR Manager roles.
• Proven success delivering people and culture strategies that support growth and transformation.
• Expertise in UK employment law, safeguarding compliance and HR best practice.
• Strong leadership, with the ability to inspire high-performing teams and lead change.
• Experience in OD, employee engagement, and strategic workforce planning.
• Alignment with Christian values and a commitment to a spiritually supportive workplace.

The Opportunity

This is more than a Senior HR position—it is a chance to shape culture, manage significant budgets, and influence strategy across safeguarding, payroll, learning, and faith-based initiatives. You'll play a key role in aligning people and performance with the organisation's mission and Christian ethos.

If you're an accomplished HR leader passionate about purposeful leadership in a faith-inspired environment, we'd love to hear from you.

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