Executive Director of People

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an extraordinary Executive Director of People to lead workplace excellence. This pivotal role focuses on nurturing a diverse talent pool and fostering a high-energy culture that reflects the communities served. Ideal candidates will possess strong HR leadership experience, a CIPD qualification, and a proven ability to drive cultural change. The organization is committed to safeguarding and offers a competitive salary alongside generous benefits, including flexible working arrangements and mentoring. Join a team dedicated to making a significant social impact.

Benefits

Generous leave

Staff pension

Flexible working arrangements

Mentoring

Counseling services

Clinical therapist sessions

Life insurance (4x salary)

Duvet days

Season ticket loan

Eye care vouchers

Qualifications

• Proven track record in senior HR and culture roles.
• Experience in driving cultural change and developing learning initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Enhancing people-centric culture and attracting diverse talent.
• Providing strategic and operational leadership to the organization.

Skills

Senior HR experience

Cultural change leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Education

CIPD qualification

Job description

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St Giles is a national social justice charity dedicated to empowering those held back by poverty, abuse, addiction, mental health issues, and crime to transform their lives. With over 600 staff and volunteers, we deliver impactful, high-quality support services across the UK. Our innovative approach has led to significant social and economic benefits, reinforcing our reputation as a leader in the sector.

Join Our Team as Executive Director of People

We’re looking for an extraordinary leader to elevate St Giles to the forefront of workplace excellence in our sector. This key role involves enhancing our people-centric culture, attracting, retaining, and nurturing diverse talent that reflects the communities we serve. You will work closely with our CEO and Executive Team, providing strategic and operational leadership to foster a high-energy, successful organization.

Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in senior HR and culture roles, with experience in driving cultural change, developing learning initiatives, and leading high-performing teams. CIPD qualification, comprehensive knowledge of HR best practices, EDI agendas, and strategic thinking are essential. Strong communication skills are vital for success in this challenging role.

As an organization working with children and adults at risk, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting safety. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a Basic DBS Check.

In return, we offer a competitive salary, generous leave, staff pension, flexible working arrangements, mentoring, counseling services, clinical therapist sessions, life insurance (4x salary), duvet days, season ticket loan, employee perks, eye care vouchers, and more.