Global HR Director, People & Culture

Catenon; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An international company based in the UK is seeking a strategic HR Director to lead People & Culture initiatives. The role requires a minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, with 5 years in a senior HRBP capacity. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of UK employment law and demonstrate the ability to influence senior leaders. This full-time position involves operational HR leadership across diverse regions and focuses on talent development and organizational design.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including 5+ years at an HR Director or senior HRBP level.
• Proven experience in international HR operations, ideally in the FMCG sector.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and cross-border HR frameworks.
• Data-driven and culturally adaptive.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR strategy in the UK and across other regions.
• Partner with senior leaders on workforce planning and talent development.
• Manage and coach a team of HR consultants.
• Drive HR operational excellence and compliance.
• Promote culture, engagement, and leadership development.

Skills

HR strategy leadership

Workforce planning

Talent development

Organizational design

Coaching HR consultants

UK employment law knowledge

Influencing senior executives

Cultural adaptability

Excellent communication

Negotiation skills

Job description

An international company based in the UK is seeking a strategic HR Director to lead People & Culture initiatives. The role requires a minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, with 5 years in a senior HRBP capacity. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of UK employment law and demonstrate the ability to influence senior leaders. This full-time position involves operational HR leadership across diverse regions and focuses on talent development and organizational design.