Head Of HR

Cityscape Recruitment; Bedford; On-site; GBP 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Bedford is seeking an experienced Head of HR to drive recruitment and employee relations. In this essential role, you will ensure HR compliance and foster a collaborative culture. Candidates should have proven HR leadership experience, adept problem-solving skills, and a strong grasp of UK employment law. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £90k plus additional benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head of HR or HR Director, preferably in construction.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR compliance requirements.
• A hands-on recruiter capable of attracting top talent.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end hiring for site and office roles.
• Act as a trusted advisor, resolving workplace issues.
• Ensure adherence to employment law and company policies.
• Partner with leadership to anticipate project staffing needs.
• Support staff growth through onboarding and training initiatives.

Skills

HR Compliance

Employee Relations

Recruitment

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

CIPD qualification

Job description

Overview

Head of HR - Construction Industry

Up to £90k plus company benefits

Bedfordshire

About the company:

Are you an experienced HR professional with a passion for building strong teams and driving workplace excellence. Our client a leading construction company are seeking a proactive HR Manager to join their rapidly growing company. This pivotal role will focus on recruitment, employee relations, and HR compliance, ensuring their workforce is engaged, supported, and fully aligned with legal and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment & Talent Acquisition - Lead end-to-end hiring for site and office roles, developing strategies to attract skilled tradespeople, engineers, and professionals.
• Employee Relations - Act as a trusted advisor to staff and managers, resolving workplace issues promptly and positively, and fostering a collaborative culture.
• HR Compliance & Policies - Ensure adherence to employment law, health & safety regulations, and company policies, keeping our practices legally sound and up to date.
• Workforce Planning - Partner with leadership to anticipate project staffing needs and support long-term workforce development.
• Training & Development - Support staff growth through onboarding, skills programs, and career progression initiatives.

Benefits

The salary will be dependent on the level of exposure to the residential industry. The company offers excellent opportunities and offers a basic salary in the region of up to £90k DOE. In addition to the basic salary there will be further company benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head of HR or HR Director (preferably in construction or related industries).
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and people management skills.
• A hands-on recruiter with the ability to attract top talent in a competitive market.
• CIPD qualification (or working towards) desirable