Group HR Director

Wade Macdonald; London; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Group HR Director to shape their HR agenda within a high-growth, international business. This fully remote role involves strategic partnership with senior leaders, managing key HR initiatives from policy creation to employee engagement. Candidates must have a CIPD Level 7 qualification and substantial international experience, ideally in telecoms or software. A competitive salary of £70,000 - £90,000 plus a 35% bonus and private healthcare is offered.

Benefits

Bonus of 35%

Private healthcare

Qualifications

• Recent and in-depth experience from a telecoms or software business.
• Strong international experience ideally to include Israel, USA, India, and Luxembourg.

Responsibilities

• Designing and executing HR strategies that support organisational aims.
• Collaborating with the CEO to steer strategic HR initiatives.
• Managing and mentoring a small team of HR professionals.
• Ensuring legal compliance and policy adherence.
• Driving effective talent attraction and retention strategies.
• Overseeing performance and compensation processes.
• Leading transformation projects and cultural change programmes.
• Providing expert guidance on complex ER cases.
• Managing onboarding processes and recruitment activity.

Skills

CIPD Level 7 qualification

International experience

Experience in telecoms or software business

Job description

Group HR Director

£70,000 - £90,000 + bonus

Remote – with occasional travel to Berks

Person Specification:

To be considered for this position, you must hold aCIPD Level 7 qualificationand bring recent and in-depth experience from a telecoms or software business. You will also need strong international experience ideally to include Israel, USA, India and Luxembourg.

About the Organisation

This technology-led business has a well-established global footprint, with teams operating across a number of international locations. They are passionate about fostering a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where people are encouraged to contribute and thrive. A leader in the software space, the company places inclusion and diversity at the heart of its culture, recognising the value of different backgrounds and perspectives in driving innovation and performance.

About the Role

This position offers wide-ranging HR responsibilities, from creating policy to nurturing employee engagement. A central part of the role involves partnering closely with the CEO to align HR direction with wider business goals. You will lead transformation and change initiatives and contribute to long-term strategic planning. As a member of the senior leadership team, you’ll work alongside key stakeholders to influence and support the organisation’s future direction. The role is fully remote with occasional travel overseas.

Duties will include:

• Designing and executing HR strategies that support organisational aims

• Collaborating with the CEO to steer strategic HR initiatives and change programmes

• Managing and mentoring a small team of HR professionals across regions

• Ensuring legal compliance and policy adherence across global jurisdictions

• Driving effective talent attraction, retention, and development strategies

• Overseeing performance and compensation processes, and gathering employee feedback

• Leading transformation projects and cultural change programmes

• Providing expert guidance on complex ER cases, including mediation and disciplinary issues

• Managing onboarding processes, contract administration and recruitment activity

What You’ll Receive in Return

This is a rare opportunity to shape the HR agenda within a high-growth, international business. You’ll work in partnership with senior leaders and make a tangible impact on the company’s culture and future. Alongside a competitive salary, you will receive a bonus of 35%, and private healthcare.

HR Director – £70,000 - £90,000 + bonus

Remote – with occasional travel to Berkshire