Director of People and Culture

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading animation studio seeks a Director of People & Culture to join its executive team. This role involves shaping the studio's culture, leading HR initiatives, and ensuring a supportive workplace as the company approaches its 50th anniversary.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Diversity & Inclusion Charter

Qualifications

• Proven senior leadership experience in People, Culture, and HR strategy.
• Deep understanding of employee engagement principles.

Responsibilities

• Champion a positive employee culture and oversee corporate governance.
• Lead HR initiatives to enhance employee experience and nurture talent.

Skills

Leadership

HR Strategy

Employee Engagement

Job description

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Director of People & Culture at Aardman Animations

Aardman is an employee-owned, independent studio renowned for its award-winning work in feature films, series, commercials, games, and interactive entertainment. Our brands are globally appealing, innovative, entertaining, and charming, reflecting the unique talent and commitment of our team. Our work is often imitated, yet we continue to lead in creating visually stunning content for cinema, broadcasting, digital platforms, and live experiences worldwide.

We are partnering with Aardman to find their new Director of People & Culture.

This is a unique leadership opportunity to be part of the executive team and help shape the studio's next chapter as it approaches its 50th anniversary.

Role Overview

This senior leadership role involves working closely with the Executive Board and MD to uphold Aardman's mission to create immersive worlds that entertain and connect global audiences. You will be a visible and influential leader, championing a positive employee culture to ensure Aardman remains a creative and supportive workplace.

The role includes setting the cultural tone for the organization, overseeing corporate governance, and leading HR initiatives that enhance employee experience, nurture talent, and position the organization for future success.

Candidate Profile

We seek HR professionals with proven senior leadership experience, particularly in People, Culture, and HR strategy within creative or media environments. A deep understanding of employee engagement principles and the ability to influence at Board level are essential, along with strategic insight and thought leadership on cultural and people-related issues.

Application Process

For further details and to apply, please contact Vanessa Moon or Simon Quinn for a briefing pack via [email protected], quoting reference MC2592.

All applications will be forwarded to Moon Executive Search. Both Aardman Animations and Moon are equal opportunity employers and welcome expressions of interest from all backgrounds.

Additional Information

Learn more about Aardman's history at www.aardman.com/about/history/.

Our Diversity & Inclusion Charter reflects our commitment to building a workforce that is truly representative of society. We believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our mission: creating entertainment for all and being the most inspirational animation company globally. We welcome applications from all individuals and are open to flexible working arrangements. Aardman is a Disability Confident and Living Wage Employer.

Aardman became employee-owned in November 2018. Previously, it was owned by founders Peter Lord and David Sproxton, who started working under the Aardman name in 1976. When the partnership became a limited company, Peter and David held all shares.